Lead Maintenance and Reliability Technician

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Position:

Lead Maintenance and Reliability Technician

Location:

Addison, IL

Job Id:

144

# of Openings:

1

Position Summary:
The Lead Maintenance & Reliability Technician is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of machinery and facility systems. This role oversees daily maintenance activities and leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the preventive maintenance (PM) program in alignment with Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards. The position plays a critical role in supporting production operations by maximizing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

Coordinate daily maintenance activities and prioritize work orders

Ensure adherence to safety, food safety, and company policies

Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, PLC and pneumatic issues and resolve equipment issues in a timely manner

Support installation of new equipment

Lead development and management of a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for multiple facilities

Ensure PM schedules and procedures meet SQF requirements

Maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance

Continuously improve PM effectiveness using data and performance metrics

Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure machinery longevity.

Collaborate with team members to maintain optimal equipment performance.

Operate forklifts, manlifts, and other industrial equipment as required.

Ensure adherence to lockout/tagout procedures, industrial safety standards, and company policies.

Document maintenance activities, repairs, and preventive maintenance work orders.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Proactively partner with Planning and Operations to schedule Preventive Maintenance work.

Perform routine equipment maintenance and repairs at multiple locations

Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues in a timely manner.

Operate forklifts, manlifts, and other industrial equipment as required.

Ensure adherence to company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, industrial safety standards, and company policies.

Document maintenance activities, repairs, and preventive maintenance work orders.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred

5+ years of maintenance experience in food or regulated manufacturing

Experience with SQF or HACCP required

Understanding of sanitary maintenance practices

Strong multi-craft skill set, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, automation, PLC/HMI troubleshooting, and instrumentation.

Proficient in preventive and predictive maintenance in a manufacturing/industrial setting.

Skilled in diagnosing and repairing machinery such as conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and packaging equipment.

Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.

Competent in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and industrial measuring instruments.

Knowledgeable in root cause analysis and continuous improvement practices.

Strong problem-solving mindset, attention to detail, and proactive approach to equipment reliability and uptime.

Ability to work independently or collaboratively, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

Willingness to operate forklifts, manlifts, and other industrial equipment as needed.

Flexibility for off hours support

Ability to travel to support multiple sites.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Visual acuity to inspect equipment and materials;

Must be able to identify differences in colors.

Must be able to lift over 50 pounds with full mobility.

Must be able to perform physical activities including: standing, walking, sitting, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, using stairs or ladders, pushing and pulling, and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.

Must be able to wear all PPEs such as steel-toed shoes, hair nets, safety glasses/goggles, and donn respirator when required.

Ready to let go of stress to focus on what matters most ?
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