Controls Technician

Jobot; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Controls Technician 3 for its Chicago Heights, IL facility. The role will diagnose, repair, and maintain food processing and packaging equipment, program PLCs, and support electromechanical systems across multiple platforms, with opportunities to lead maintenance efforts.

The position offers hourly pay of $35–$45, comprehensive benefits, and a path to advance within a growing PE-backed food manufacturer serving major retailers.

Qualifications

• 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
• Prior experience in food manufacturing preferred

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

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Ladder logic programming

Electrical proficiency 120V-480V

Reading electrical and mechanical docs

Team coordination / training

Education

Formal training in electrical or electronic engineering technology

Tools

RS Logix

FactoryTalk View

SAP

CMMS

Job description

Controls Technician 3 | Food Manufacturing | Chicago Heights, IL

Salary: $35 - $45 per hour

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?

• 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

• 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

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