1st Shift Maintenance Group Leader

Rich Products Corporation; Crest Hill (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Family planning support

Volunteer opportunities

Holiday gatherings

In-house taste tests

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation is seeking a Group Leader - Maintenance for 1st shift in Crest Hill, IL. The role oversees maintenance activities, ensures safety and efficiency, and coordinates with QA, Sanitation, and production leads to minimize downtime and sustain quality.

The ideal candidate has extensive mechanical experience, familiarity with CMMS, and the ability to manage parts and reports across the plant. Rich’s offers competitive pay and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• HS degree or GED required or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience in a food-processing, pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing organization, preferably using computerized manufacturing equipment.
• 5 years industrial mechanic experience; lifting equipment and moving heavy machinery are common.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, GMPs, HACCP, food allergens and pest control.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in freezers and noisy environments.
• Experience with SAP or similar maintenance systems and electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Assigns daily maintenance activities to shift mechanics and prioritizes as needed.
• Supervises maintenance team to meet production needs during the shift.
• Maintains maintenance program adherence, safety, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Monitors spare parts inventories and approves purchases up to $750 without approval.
• Ensures accurate reporting and PM completion in the CMMS.
• Coordinates with QA and Sanitation to uphold food safety standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Team supervision

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

HS degree or GED

Tools

SAP

CMMS (CAMS)

Job description

Rich Products Corporation is seeking a Group Leader - Maintenance for 1st shift in Crest Hill, IL. The role oversees maintenance activities, ensures safety and efficiency, and coordinates with QA, Sanitation, and production leads to minimize downtime and sustain quality.

The ideal candidate has extensive mechanical experience, familiarity with CMMS, and the ability to manage parts and reports across the plant. Rich’s offers competitive pay and a strong benefits package.