Maintenance Technician at TIG, The Integration Group – Bedford Park, Illinois

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician will perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on production equipment and facility systems within our food-grade manufacturing facility. The Maintenance Technician ensures all machinery and systems operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with GMPs, food safety standards, and OSHA regulations.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and complete daily maintenance operations as needed throughout the facilities as assigned through the maintenance log and the Operations Manager.
• Schedule routine maintenance with outside vendors.
• Collaborate with external contractors and vendors for the best quotes and pricing for specialized repairs and services.
• Conduct regular inspections of all properties to identify maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Train additional staff needed to work on priorities.
• Perform timely and thorough snow removal and salting of company parking lots and walkways, if necessary, to ensure safe access for employees and visitors during winter weather conditions.
• Keep personal work areas clean, neat & organized.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 4 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food, beverage, or regulated industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Licensed electrician.
• HVAC preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, basic electrical troubleshooting, and hand/power tools.
• Familiarity with GMPs, food-grade maintenance standards preferred
• Solid understanding of basic safety protocols.
• Ability to read schematics, technical drawings, and manuals.
• Able to lift 50 lbs independently and work in hot, cold, wet, or confined environments as needed.

Competencies/Skills

• Strong hands-on skills in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and fix issues quickly with minimal supervision.
• Completes work with precision and keeps accurate records.
• Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through.
• Works well with colleagues across departments and shifts.
• Understands how maintenance impacts product safety and regulatory compliance.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 40 pounds on their own, use hands to grasp or handle objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear. Able to perform physical labor continually and stand for long periods.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required from personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.