Maintenance Technician I - 1st shift

Maintenance TechnicianThe Maintenance Technician supports equipment reliability and facility operations in a flavors manufacturing environment. This role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, including experience with PLCs, AC motors and drives, automated valves, flow meters, and technical schematics, along with hands-on troubleshooting ability. This position supports a 24/7 manufacturing site, two R&D facilities (sweet and savory), a Quality Control lab, an administrative building, and broader facility needs such as plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, grounds maintenance, furniture assembly, basic IT support, and event setup.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform emergency, corrective, and preventive maintenanceTroubleshoot and resolve equipment and facility issuesUse CMMS (MaintainX) to document work orders and maintenance activitiesCoordinate with vendors to source parts and servicesMaintain critical spare parts inventorySupport cross-training and team developmentContribute to continuous improvement and facility upgrade initiativesProfessional Experience and Qualifications• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience (food, dairy, or pharmaceutical preferred)• Experience with liquid processing and spray drying systems preferred• Ability to read P&IDs, PFDs, and electrical schematics• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment• Experience with CMMS systems preferredEducation• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred• Preferred: Trade school diploma, military training, or an associate degree in a technical fieldCompensation Range: $24.00-$37.00/HR1st shift: Monday - Friday 6a-2:30pDepartment: OperationsLocation: Wauconda, IllinoisWork Arrangement: OnsiteReporting To: Maintenance Manager