Food Manufacturing Maintenance Technician – 2nd/3rd Shift

Bento Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health benefits

Career development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bento Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the Chicago Food Factory to maintain and repair equipment critical to food production. You will troubleshoot electrical/mechanical issues, perform preventive and facility maintenance, and keep detailed service logs in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires basic electrical/mechanical knowledge, 3 years in a food manufacturing setting, and flexible shifts including weekends. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years experience as a maintenance worker in a food manufacturing facility.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of HVAC is an asset.
• Flexible availability to work various shifts and weekends.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots electrical and mechanical failure.
• Repair and replace defective parts using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment on a different shift depending on the production schedule.
• Perform facility maintenance, including plumbing, patching walls, electrical repairs, etc.
• Read and interpret technical manuals to perform accurate repairs.
• Maintain accurate record of mechanical activities, including work orders, parts inventory, and service logs.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and standards during all maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements for reliability and efficiency.
• Follow GMP and Food Safety and comply with company policies.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Problem solving

Team player

HVAC knowledge

Spanish helpful

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Bento Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the Chicago Food Factory to maintain and repair equipment critical to food production. You will troubleshoot electrical/mechanical issues, perform preventive and facility maintenance, and keep detailed service logs in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires basic electrical/mechanical knowledge, 3 years in a food manufacturing setting, and flexible shifts including weekends. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.