1st Shift Maintenance Technician

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc.; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and growth opportunities

Job summary

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. in Northbrook, IL (60062) is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our flavor manufacturing plant. The role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and optimizing production equipment with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.

You will work with CMMS, read schematics, and perform preventive maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, and facility systems. Overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts may be required in a fast-paced GMP environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years in industrial/manufacturing maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with 110V, 208V, 460V 3‑phase systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs and reading electrical/mechanical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery to ensure continuous operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose issues, identify root causes, implement repairs, and upgrade equipment as needed.
• Read blueprints/schematics; follow CMMS to document activities.
• Follow safety protocols including LOTO and electrical safety standards.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and provide backup support as needed.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics

CMMS

Welding tools

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Hand tools & diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

CMMS software

Multimeters

Electrical schematics

Blueprints

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Bell Northbrook
Northbrook, IL 60062, USA

Description

Join Our Team as a Maintenance Technician in our Thriving Flavor Manufacturing Plant!

We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Technician to support our plant operations by maintaining, repairing, and optimizing manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and general facility upkeep. This role is crucial in ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency across our production lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure continuous operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on production equipment.
• Diagnose operational issues, identify root causes, and implement effective repairs.
• Safely install, modify, and upgrade plant equipment as required.
• Conduct routine inspections of machinery, reporting potential issues before they escalat[e].
• Maintain and repair HVAC, plumbing, and general building infrastructure as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to facilitate repairs.
• Utilize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to document maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety protocols, including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), Hot Work, and Electrical Safety Standards.
• Assist in maintaining spare parts inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
• Provide backup support to other Maintenance Technicians when required.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (Associate degree in a related field preferred).
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including troubleshooting motors, gearboxes, sensors, switches, pumps, and conveyors.
• Experience working with 110V, 208V, and 460V three-phase electrical systems.
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting (programming experience is a plus).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams, and blueprints.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces as needed.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools, multimeters, and other diagnostic equipment.
• Must be flexible to work overtime, weekends, or on-call shifts as needed.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, or HVAC is a plus.
• Experience in a food manufacturing or GMP-regulated environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in CMMS software for tracking maintenance activities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay range $38 - $40 per hour based on experience and skills.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, etc.).
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A safe and supportive work environment that values teamwork and innovation.

Join Our Team!

Bell Flavors & Fragrances ( www.bellff.com ) develops products for food, beverage, cosmetic, personal care, and household care companies throughout the world. Bell has nine manufacturing plants worldwide including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, and China. Bell operates sales offices in more than 40 countries and is proud to be privately held by the Heinz family.

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