Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Mantrose Group; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

STD/LTD

Vacation days

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Pension

Job summary

Mantrose Group in Illinois is seeking a Senior Maintenance Mechanic to support the Maintenance Supervisor in overseeing upkeep of production equipment and facility systems. The role includes troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and other building systems to keep production running with minimal downtime and upholding food safety standards.

Responsibilities include day-to-day maintenance operations, evaluating systems, guiding mechanics,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school training preferred.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or GMP-regulated facility.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems for logging maintenance work.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations and workflow of the maintenance department.
• Evaluate building systems and equipment to identify and prioritize repairs or maintenance needs.
• Support and guide mechanics to ensure tasks are completed properly and on schedule.
• Assist in projects involving upgrades, installations, or improvements to facility systems.
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repair tasks, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with company safety standards.
• Respond to on-call or emergency maintenance needs, including weekends and off-hours, if required.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Food-grade equipment

Conveyor systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Sanitary design

Schematics reading

CMMS familiarity

Tools proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or trade training preferred

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Senior Mechanic supports the Maintenance Supervisor in overseeing the upkeep and repair of production equipment and facility systems. This includes assisting with troubleshooting and resolving equipment breakdowns, as well as performing maintenance work related to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and other essential building systems. The Senior Mechanic also plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the maintenance department and ensuring work is performed efficiently and safely. This role ensures production runs efficiently by minimizing downtime, maintaining food safety standards, and responding promptly to equipment failures.

KEY DUTIES & MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the day-to-day operations and workflow of the maintenance department.
• Evaluate building systems and equipment to identify and prioritize repairs or maintenance needs.
• Support and guide mechanics to ensure tasks are completed properly and on schedule.
• Assist in projects involving upgrades, installations, or improvements to facility systems.
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repair tasks, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with company safety standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least five years of maintenance experience required.

Training, Skills, Knowledge and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or trade school training preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance within a food manufacturing or similar GMP-regulated facility.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Hands-on experience with food-grade equipment, conveyor systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of sanitary design, food safety standards, and maintenance documentation requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams.
• Proficient in use of tools and equipment for mechanical, electrical, and basic plumbing repairs.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems for logging maintenance work.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs or maintenance.
• Must be physically able to perform repairs when needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb ladders or stairs for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Capable of working in hot, cold, humid, and wet production areas.
• Comfortable working around moving machinery and in confined spaces.
• Ability to wear required PPE including hair nets, gloves, ear protection, and safety shoes.
• Must be able to respond to on-call or emergency maintenance needs, including weekends and off-hours, if required.

Pay:

Pay: $25 hr. + DOE

Benefits:

Benefits:Benefits, upon satisfaction of applicable eligibility requirements, include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, Employer paid life insurance, STD/LTD, vacation/sick days/parental leave, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, and pension.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• Employer paid life insurance
• STD/LTD
• vacation/sick days/parental leave
• 401(k)
• employee stock purchase plan
• pension

Equal Opportunity Statement

Profile Food Ingredients is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is willing to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship.