2nd Shift Maintenance Lead

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2nd Shift Maintenance Lead | Food Manufacturing | High-Speed Packaging Equipment | Romeoville, IL

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Salary: $33 - $35 per hour


A bit about us:

Founded decades ago and based in Romeoville, IL, with additional operations supporting large-scale food production, they are a leader in food manufacturing and packaging. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality products in a fast-paced, safety-first environment while investing in our people and continuous improvement. The team works collaboratively across maintenance, production, and sanitation to ensure operational excellence and reliability across a 24/7 operation.


Why join us?

Competitive Compensation: Strong hourly rate with $1 SD overtime opportunities (DOE)
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
Collaborative Work Environment: Work cross-functionally with maintenance, production, and leadership teams
Career Growth: Opportunity to lead, train, and step into higher-level maintenance leadership roles
Work-Life Balance: Structured 2nd shift in a stable, established operation


Job Details

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead maintenance activities and support the Maintenance Manager in daily operations
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair high-speed packaging and processing equipment
• Perform electrical troubleshooting (110/230/460V systems, motors, relays, panels, wiring)
• Conduct preventive maintenance and schedule work orders
• Troubleshoot and perform minor programming on PLC systems
• Maintain conveyors, wrappers, check-weighers, cartoners, and case packers
• Support facility maintenance including plumbing, lighting, and building systems
• Train employees on equipment safety, lifts, and welding practices
• Assist with wastewater system operations and coverage
• Coordinate and monitor contractors performing maintenance or repairs
• Ensure compliance with safety standards including LOTO and OSHA guidelines
• Maintain equipment readiness for production and minimize downtime
• Fabricate parts and modify equipment as needed
• Communicate effectively across maintenance, production, sanitation, and leadership teams
  

Qualifications – Needed

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Strong background in food manufacturing (USDA or FDA environments)
• Experience with high-speed packaging and conveyor systems
• Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and PLCs
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs
• Strong understanding of safety protocols (LOTO, OSHA)
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
  
  

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