Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician – 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift | Manufacturing Expansion
Location: Franklin Park, IL
Type: Full-time
Join a Growing Team in a Brand-New Manufacturing Facility
We are a fast-growing snack food manufacturer expanding into a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Franklin Park, IL. Due to this growth, we are hiring Maintenance Technicians for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts to support our expanding operations. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new maintenance team and play a critical role in installing, setting up, and maintaining cutting-edge equipment in a highly automated production environment. If you have a strong mechanical and electrical background and are looking for a stable, long-term opportunity , we want to hear from you!
What We Offer

• Top-Tier Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee costs starting from day one
• Work-Life Balance – A supportive, people-first environment that values employees
• Career Growth & Stability – Opportunities for professional development in a rapidly expanding company
• Financial Security – Short-term and long-term disability coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan
• Competitive Pay – $37 to $42 per hour , based on electrical experience and education
• All Shifts Available – Hiring for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift positions due to expansion

What You’ll Do

• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment to keep production running efficiently
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks according to daily and weekly schedules, minimizing equipment downtime
• Diagnose and repair issues in high-speed manufacturing machinery, including conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and hydraulic systems
• Assist with facility expansion , including installing and setting up new production lines and equipment
• Ensure plant operations meet safety, quality, and efficiency standards , working closely with production and engineering teams

What You Bring

• At least 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting (experience in food, plastics, packaging, CPG, or other high-speed environments preferred)
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge , including:
  • PLC troubleshooting and sensors
  • Hydraulics, motors, pumps, valves, and gearboxes
  • Electrical wiring (120/240/480V), AC/DC circuits, control voltage
  • Running conduit, pulling wires, and working with 3-phase motors
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics
• Self-motivated, dependable, and team-oriented , with a proactive approach to maintenance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing is a plus
• Technical certifications or an associate’s degree in maintenance-related fields preferred
• Advanced PLC troubleshooting or programming skills (ladder logic knowledge is a plus)
• Additional experience in welding, pipefitting, boilers, or HVAC systems is beneficial

Take the Next Step
If you are a skilled Maintenance Technician looking for a long-term, stable opportunity in a rapidly growing manufacturing environment , apply today!

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The team at JSK Recruiting, Inc. prides itself on providing boutique-level services combined with the resources of a larger recruiting firm. We forgo the traditional nine-to-five workday model in favor of complete accessibility. We are here for our clients and candidates when they need us most.\r\n\r\nWith 12 years of experience in the field of supply chain and manufacturing recruiting, we maintain the relationships that employers are looking for in a recruiting firm as well as those that talented professionals need when they are ready to make a career change.\r\n\r\nAt JSK Recruiting, we provide complete recruiting services, from sourcing candidates to organizing the interview process. Finding both long-term employees and rewarding careers across manufacturing and supply chain positions has never been easier.