Maintenance Tech 1

Torrey Holistics; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Disability coverage

Development programs

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries in Alsip, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on bakery equipment to ensure safe, reliable operations supporting continuous production and food quality.

The role requires diagnosing equipment malfunctions, assisting with repairs/changeovers, and coordinating with bakery personnel and contractors. Shift is 2nd with 2PM–10:30PM hours; hourly rate $20–$28.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 1 year minimum of mechanical/electrical experience in industrial/manufacturing machinery or 3 years in the same field
• Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment functions and maintenance techniques
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and plan effectively
• Safely operate around moving equipment in a production environment
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Experience in food, beverage, bakery, or other regulated manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with equipment setup, changeovers, and preventive maintenance programs
• Experience using CMMS
• Ability to operate forklifts/scissor lifts with appropriate certifications
• Strong communication and teamwork with production, sanitation, and other departments

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on bakery equipment to minimize downtime and support safe, reliable operation
• Assist production teams in diagnosing equipment malfunctions and verify equipment readiness after repairs, changeovers, or downtime
• Support troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and basic PLC-related issues
• Operate tools and equipment such as saws, drills, power tools, scissor lifts, and forklifts in a safe and compliant manner
• Document maintenance activities and findings in the Maintenance Management System and communicate updates via computer and email
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in alignment with GMPs, safety programs, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate work with bakery personnel and escort external contractors to minimize disruption to production and maintenance schedules

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Industrial machinery

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CMMS

Scissor lifts

Forklifts

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire BakeriesCulture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.About the RoleWe are seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team at our Alsip, IL bakery. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be accountable for performing preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on bakery equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations that support continuous production and food quality.Shift & ScheduleShift: 2ndHours: 2PM – 10:30PMWeekend availability: RequiredCompensationHourly Rate: $20 - $28Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)Perform preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on bakery equipment to minimize downtime and support safe, reliable operationAssist production teams in diagnosing equipment malfunctions and verify equipment readiness after repairs, changeovers, or downtimeSupport troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and basic PLC-related issuesOperate tools and equipment such as saws, drills, power tools, scissor lifts, and forklifts in a safe and compliant mannerDocument maintenance activities and findings in the Maintenance Management System and communicate updates via computer and emailMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in alignment with GMPs, safety programs, and regulatory requirementsCoordinate work with bakery personnel and escort external contractors to minimize disruption to production and maintenance schedulesMinimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)High school diplomaPlus, a minimum of 1 year of mechanical and/or electrical experience in industrial/manufacturing machineryOR 3 years of mechanical and/or electrical experience in industrial/manufacturing machineryBasic knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment functions, operating procedures, and maintenance techniquesAbility to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work, and plan activities effectivelyAbility to work safely around moving equipment and in a production environmentMust be at least 18 years of agePreferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)Experience in food, beverage, bakery, or other regulated manufacturing environmentFamiliarity with equipment setup, changeovers, and preventative maintenance programsExperience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, or other material-handling equipment (with appropriate certifications)Strong communication and teamwork skills for coordinating with production, sanitation, and other departments