Maintenance Technician

FurstStaffing; South Beloit (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

FurstStaffing is seeking a Maintenance Technician to set up, troubleshoot, and maintain packaging equipment in a cGMP environment on the first shift (6:00 am–2:30 pm) or a later shift with training. Overtime may be required.

The role involves reading technical drawings, calibrating vision systems, performing mechanical repairs, and collaborating with quality and production teams to ensure equipment reliability and compliance.

Qualifications

• Maintenance experience on packaging equipment.
• Set-up skills for packaging machines.
• Electrical wiring knowledge and troubleshooting ability.
• Experience with vision systems.
• Mechanical aptitude or relevant technical coursework.
• Strong reading and math skills.
• Ability to function in a structured cGMP environment.
• Good work ethic.
• Flexibility to work overtime.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain packaging machines.
• Troubleshoot electrical wiring and PLCs.
• Inspect and calibrate vision systems.
• Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP standards.
• Read and interpret maintenance documentation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with quality and production teams.
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly.
• Assist in training new technicians.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of work area.

Skills

Packaging equipment setup

Electrical troubleshooting

Vision systems

Reading & math skills

cGMP environment

Ability to work overtime

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Maintenance Technician responsible for setting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining packaging equipment in a cGMP environment. Works 1st shift Monday-Friday 6:00 am-2:30 pm or 2nd shift Monday-Thursday 2:25 pm-12:55 am, with training on the first shift and post-training shift flexibility. Overtime may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and maintain packaging machines
• Troubleshoot electrical wiring and PLCs
• Inspect and calibrate vision systems
• Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance
• Interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Ensure compliance with cGMP standards
• Read and interpret maintenance documentation
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs
• Collaborate with quality and production teams
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly
• Assist in training new technicians
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of work area

Qualifications:

• Maintenance experience in packaging equipment
• Set-up skills for packaging machines
• Electrical wiring knowledge and troubleshooting ability
• Experience with vision systems
• Mechanical aptitude or relevant technical coursework
• Strong reading and math skills
• Ability to function in a structured cGMP environment
• Good work ethic
• Flexibility to work overtime
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in the pharm/food industry
• PLC troubleshooting skills

You have hands-on experience with packaging machine setup. Skilled in PLC troubleshooting and electrical wiring maintenance. Familiar with cGMP standards and vision-system calibration