Maintenance Technician

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for our client in Chicago Heights, IL. This is a 3rd shift position. Candidates must have excellent work history. Candidates must be able to work in a cold environment.

Must haves:

• 3-7 years of maintenance experience in a high-volume manufacturing or food production environment.

• Solid knowledge of electrical systems (PLC, VFD, and A/C drives), hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical repair.

• Experience with welding (ARC, MIG, TIG) and light fabrication preferred.

• Ability to operate shop equipment (mill, lathe, brake, press, etc.).

• Skilled at reading blueprints and troubleshooting control systems.

• Familiar with 5S, Lean principles, and preventive maintenance programs.

This is a Direct Hire, Permanent position, meaning you will be hired permanently with our client and offered their competitive benefit and vacation package upon hire.

Our client is rapidly growing and offering advancement opportunities to help build your career and skillset. They offer a culture that is second to none, where you will immediately feel like part of this company. They are a company that values its employees, provides training, support, and tools to continuously grow skill set, ability, and success.

Interested candidates can reply to this ad, or send their updated resume to: [email protected]

Can also call Nancy at 630-506-8757

Job details:

Pay: $33/hr. - $38/hr.

Hours: 3rd Shift | Monday - Friday | 10pm - 6:30am

Position Summary:

Perform maintenance and repairs on production and packaging equipment to ensure reliable operation.

Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues across the facility.

Conduct preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and component replacements.

Support start-ups, changeovers, and equipment setup and teardown during production runs.

Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Complete accurate, legible maintenance logs and reports in the CMMS system (SAP).

Follow all safety and GMP standards, including Lockout/Tagout, PPE, and food safety policies.

Maintain clean, organized work areas and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.

Communicate equipment status and repair priorities with supervisors and incoming shifts.

Required Qualifications:

3-7 years of maintenance experience in a high-volume manufacturing or food production environment.

Solid knowledge of electrical systems (PLC, VFD, and A/C drives), hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical repair.

Experience with welding (ARC, MIG, TIG) and light fabrication preferred.

Ability to operate shop equipment (mill, lathe, brake, press, etc.).

Skilled at reading blueprints and troubleshooting control systems.

Familiar with 5S, Lean principles, and preventive maintenance programs.

Proven ability to work independently and respond quickly to urgent repairs.

High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certification a plus.

What are the perks?

Job stability

Working for a company that values its employees, provides training, support, and tools to continuously grow skill set, ability, and success

Lots of room to grow

Our client offers a unique culture where they cultivate a fun, family atmosphere

Every day there are new challenges and opportunities to gain experience and grow as well as laugh and have some fun

Safe, clean, USDA-regulated production environment

Training, skill development, and career advancement opportunities

What are the benefits?

Competitive pay plus vacation benefits

401(k) with company match

Health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage

Interested candidates can reply to this ad, or send their updated resume to: [email protected]

Can also call Nancy at 630-506-8757

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