Controls Technician
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Controls Technician 3 | Food Manufacturing | Chicago Heights, IL This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jamie Beene
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Salary: $35 - $45 per hour A bit about us: Founded nearly 20 years ago and based in Romeoville, IL, with additional facilities in Chicago Heights, IL, we are the largest manufacturer of Take & Bake pizzas and one of the leading pizza manufacturers in North America. We serve regional and national grocery chains, wholesale clubs, convenience stores, and foodservice customers — with our pizzas proudly carried by 9 of the top 15 food retailers in North America. Our two manufacturing plants are BRC GFSI A+ rated, and we employ over 700 people who are the foundation of everything we do. We take pride in quality, innovation, and safe, sustainable business practices in every aspect of our operations. Why join us? WHY JOIN US? Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Stable, Growing Operation: Join a PE-backed food manufacturing leader supplying 6 of the top 10 global food retailers
Hands-On Technical Role: Work across complex, automated production systems with room to grow and lead
Collaborative Team: Work alongside mechanics, maintenance planners, and operations leadership in a fast-paced environment Job Details KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain food processing and packaging equipment across the facility
Program and maintain PLCs across multiple platforms including RS Logix and FactoryTalk View
Maintain and troubleshoot VFDs, servo drives, motor controls, AC/DC drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, and power distribution systems
Install control and distribution apparatus including switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels
Perform preventive, corrective, and scheduled maintenance on batching and continuous process control systems
Maintain plant secondary systems including steam, chilled and hot water, pneumatic air, electrical power, refrigeration, HVAC, and emissions control
Coordinate and oversee Maintenance Technicians across all shifts during breakdown and planned maintenance events
Maintain current documentation of all electrical and controls systems — hardware and software
Complete and maintain accurate work records in CMMS (SAP), including notifications, time entry, job procedures, and task frequencies
Perform electrical and mechanical inspections safely while equipment is in production
Dismantle defective machines, install new or repaired parts, and return equipment to production in the shortest time possible
Assist mechanics in troubleshooting and repair of electrical or controls-related failures
Repair and maintain facility physical structure and pipe systems including hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, gauges, valves, and pressure regulators
Comply with all government codes, GMP, safety, quality, allergen, food defense, and HACCP policies
Report food safety concerns, unsafe conditions, and potential contamination to supervision immediately
Occasional travel to offsite locations for parts procurement, training, or equipment support QUALIFICATIONS
Needed: Formal training in electrical or electronic engineering technology required
Minimum skilled-level electrical proficiency for 120V–480V systems
Demonstrated PLC troubleshooting and programming skills using laptop across PLC, VFD, and HMI platforms
Proficiency with RS Logix and FactoryTalk View software; ability to fully develop and modify ladder logic programs
Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and controls documentation including PIDs, single-line drawings, instrument loop drawings, cable routing/termination diagrams, and mechanical layouts
Experience with CMMS systems; SAP experience preferred
Semi-skilled mechanical, plumbing, and troubleshooting skills for processing and packaging equipment
Ability to train and coordinate the work of other maintenance technicians
Formal training in mechanical and/or plumbing techniques preferred
Prior experience in food manufacturing preferred
Physical requirements: ability to climb, stand, and walk for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs; work in cold, wet, or humid environments with moderate to loud noise levels Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $35 - $45 per hour A bit about us: Founded nearly 20 years ago and based in Romeoville, IL, with additional facilities in Chicago Heights, IL, we are the largest manufacturer of Take & Bake pizzas and one of the leading pizza manufacturers in North America. We serve regional and national grocery chains, wholesale clubs, convenience stores, and foodservice customers — with our pizzas proudly carried by 9 of the top 15 food retailers in North America. Our two manufacturing plants are BRC GFSI A+ rated, and we employ over 700 people who are the foundation of everything we do. We take pride in quality, innovation, and safe, sustainable business practices in every aspect of our operations. Why join us? WHY JOIN US? Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Stable, Growing Operation: Join a PE-backed food manufacturing leader supplying 6 of the top 10 global food retailers
Hands-On Technical Role: Work across complex, automated production systems with room to grow and lead
Collaborative Team: Work alongside mechanics, maintenance planners, and operations leadership in a fast-paced environment Job Details KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain food processing and packaging equipment across the facility
Program and maintain PLCs across multiple platforms including RS Logix and FactoryTalk View
Maintain and troubleshoot VFDs, servo drives, motor controls, AC/DC drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, and power distribution systems
Install control and distribution apparatus including switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels
Perform preventive, corrective, and scheduled maintenance on batching and continuous process control systems
Maintain plant secondary systems including steam, chilled and hot water, pneumatic air, electrical power, refrigeration, HVAC, and emissions control
Coordinate and oversee Maintenance Technicians across all shifts during breakdown and planned maintenance events
Maintain current documentation of all electrical and controls systems — hardware and software
Complete and maintain accurate work records in CMMS (SAP), including notifications, time entry, job procedures, and task frequencies
Perform electrical and mechanical inspections safely while equipment is in production
Dismantle defective machines, install new or repaired parts, and return equipment to production in the shortest time possible
Assist mechanics in troubleshooting and repair of electrical or controls-related failures
Repair and maintain facility physical structure and pipe systems including hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, gauges, valves, and pressure regulators
Comply with all government codes, GMP, safety, quality, allergen, food defense, and HACCP policies
Report food safety concerns, unsafe conditions, and potential contamination to supervision immediately
Occasional travel to offsite locations for parts procurement, training, or equipment support QUALIFICATIONS
Needed: Formal training in electrical or electronic engineering technology required
Minimum skilled-level electrical proficiency for 120V–480V systems
Demonstrated PLC troubleshooting and programming skills using laptop across PLC, VFD, and HMI platforms
Proficiency with RS Logix and FactoryTalk View software; ability to fully develop and modify ladder logic programs
Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and controls documentation including PIDs, single-line drawings, instrument loop drawings, cable routing/termination diagrams, and mechanical layouts
Experience with CMMS systems; SAP experience preferred
Semi-skilled mechanical, plumbing, and troubleshooting skills for processing and packaging equipment
Ability to train and coordinate the work of other maintenance technicians
Formal training in mechanical and/or plumbing techniques preferred
Prior experience in food manufacturing preferred
Physical requirements: ability to climb, stand, and walk for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs; work in cold, wet, or humid environments with moderate to loud noise levels Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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