Senior Maintenance Technician – Food Manufacturing at Conexus Food Solutions

About Charles Austin FoodCharles Austin Food is a leading multi-protein food manufacturer and distributor serving the Chicago region. We produce and deliver fresh and frozen meat poultry seafood and dry goods to retail wholesale and foodservice partners.Job OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and dependable Senior Maintenance Technician to ensure our facility and production equipment operate safely efficiently and in compliance with food manufacturing standards.The Senior Maintenance Technician performs hands-on maintenance troubleshooting and repair on production equipment facility systems and utilities. This role supports preventive maintenance programs responds to breakdowns assists with cold/freezer equipment and helps maintain compliance with OSHA GMP HACCP and SQF requirements.This position is ideal for a technician who is safety-focused mechanically strong and thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.ResponsibilitiesEquipment Maintenance & TroubleshootingDiagnose repair and maintain production equipment including conveyors motors grinders packaging machines scales pallet jacks forklifts and related systems.Troubleshoot mechanical electrical and pneumatic issues.Respond rapidly to equipment failures to minimize downtime.Assist with refrigeration-related maintenance in coolers and freezers.Preventive Maintenance (PM)Perform routine inspections and scheduled PM tasks.Document work orders repairs and PM completion accurately.Identify worn parts or potential failures and recommend corrective actions.Facility & Infrastructure SupportAssist with plumbing drains doors HVAC lighting and general facility repairs.Maintain cold and freezer storage areas to ensure safe operation.Ensure compliance with OSHA GMP HACCP SQF and other regulatory standards.Parts Tools & Equipment ManagementMaintain inventory of critical spare parts and track usage.Keep maintenance shop tools and equipment organized and clean.Assist in evaluating parts materials and vendor service quotes.Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with production QA sanitation and logistics teams.Support outside contractors (HVAC refrigeration plumbing electrical).Assist with small projects equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.Safety & ComplianceFollow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) OSHA PPE and food safety protocols consistently.Maintain accurate logs inspection sheets and required safety documentation.Participate in regular safety meetings and training sessions.Key Requirements3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (food preferred).Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.Basic electrical knowledge (motors circuits sensors).Ability to work safely in cold/refrigerated and freezer environments.Ability to lift/move 50 lbs.Knowledge of LOTO OSHA GMP HACCP and food safety practices.Strong communication teamwork and reliability.Bilingual (English/Spanish/Chinese) preferred.Schedule & HoursHours: 6:30 AM3:30 PM or 7:00 AM4:00 PMDays: MondaySaturdayWeekly Hours: 4448 hoursWork hours may vary based on equipment needs and open work orders.Compensation$60000$70000/year based on experience and technical skill level.Pay reflects mechanical expertise food industry experience and certifications. Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Hand Tools,Basic Math,Math,Mechanical Knowledge,Assembly Experience,Computer Literacy,Schematics,cGMP,Clamp Truck,Programmable Logic Controllers,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 60000 - 70000