Night Shift Maintenance Technician - Food Manufacturing, $28/hr

Bento; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Bento is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our Chicago Food Factory to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment essential to food production and packaging processes.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mechanical systems, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment. This full-time role requires physical stamina and willingness to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Must possess problem-solving skills to diagnose and fix issues quickly.
• Team player with ability to collaborate across shifts and departments.
• Proactive mindset and initiative to address maintenance needs.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays as required.
• HVAC knowledge is a plus but not mandatory.

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

Problem solving

Teamwork

Initiative

Weekend/holiday availability

HVAC knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bento is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our Chicago Food Factory to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment essential to food production and packaging processes.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mechanical systems, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment. This full-time role requires physical stamina and willingness to work varied shifts.