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Food Production Maintenance Specialist

Workforce Strategies
Bolingbrook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2025 CLOSED ON 4/26/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Production Maintenance Specialist position at Workforce Strategies?

About the Role

Are you ready to take on the challenge of maintaining the heart of a thriving food production line in Bolingbrook, IL? We're seeking a Food Production Maintenance Specialist with a knack for troubleshooting and a deep understanding of electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Keep our equipment at peak performance through scheduled maintenance and daily inspections.
  • Diagnose and remedy PLC problems, becoming the go-to expert for issues related to Allen Bradley controllers.
  • Handle installation, maintenance, and corrective actions on electrical systems, ranging from 120 to 480 volts.
  • Apply your knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics to support ongoing manufacturing operations.
  • Facilitate production by setting up and operating welding machines.
  • Support and refine PLC programming and HMI adjustments.
  • Liaise with production staff to streamline packaging processes.
  • Utilize tools like voltage detectors to ensure all electrical activities adhere to safety standards.

Essential Experience & Skills

  • Background in a food and beverage production setting.
  • Solid skills in dealing with Allen Bradley PLC systems.
  • Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic machinery.
  • In-depth knowledge of safety norms in electrical setups.
  • Proficiency in welding techniques.
  • Ability to thrive in dynamic, high-speed production environments.
  • Exceptional analytical and detail-oriented approach.
  • Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills.

Areas of Proficiency Expected:

  • Proficient in Troubleshooting PLCs
  • Crafting Preventive Maintenance Plans
  • Experience in Manufacturing for Food and Beverage
  • Handling Single and Three Phase Power
  • Expertise in 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
  • Diagnosing & Repairing Electrical Systems
  • PLC Programming Proficiency
  • Expertise in Packaging Operations
  • Manual Machining Skills
  • Blueprint Reading Competency

Technological Tools You'll Employ:

  • Voltage Detector Apparatus
  • Allen Bradley PLC
  • Human-Machine Interface Systems
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