Maintenance Technician
$36/hr
Entry
Downers Grove, IL, USA
In Person3rd shift; generally starts as early as 9:45 PM, with start times and hours varying by production needs.
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Basic electrical training or equivalent experience that enables safe electrical troubleshooting is required.
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment is required.
- Knowledge and experience using basic hand and power tools safely are required.
- Mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, and troubleshooting skills are required.
- Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation is required.
- Ability to interpret ladder logic and basic control circuits is required.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, SAP, and email systems, is required.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and metric and standard measurements is required.
- Ability to work independently and solve problems involving multiple variables is required.
- Commitment to safety, quality standards, and operational excellence is required.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 1,500 pounds, is required.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, electrical hazards, temperature extremes, noise, dust, and varying environmental conditions is required.
- Ability to work overtime as needed is required.
- Ability to complete required aptitude testing and Powered Industrial Equipment licensing requirements is required.
- Ability to maintain strong attendance and punctuality, remain in position for at least one year, and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period is required.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair plant production equipment using shop manuals, schematic drawings, and guidance from supervisors and team members.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic control system issues.
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and facility systems.
- Maintain boilers, hot water systems, HVAC equipment, refrigeration systems, chillers, fire protection systems, and building infrastructure.
- Safely use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment such as welders, lathes, grinders, and mills.
- Perform precise measurements, testing, and diagnostics to identify equipment issues.
- Interpret ladder logic and basic control circuits to support troubleshooting activities.
- Use electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, to diagnose and replace like-for-like electrical components.
- Work independently with minimal supervision while prioritizing maintenance tasks.
- Complete daily maintenance documentation and work order reporting.
- Use Microsoft Office, SAP, email, and other systems to document work and communicate maintenance activities.
- Follow company policies and programs, including Safety, HACCP, GMP, SQF, and other regulatory requirements.
- Safely work in elevated environments using ladders, scissor lifts, and WAV lifts.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in ongoing technical training and development.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing or production equipment.
- Experience maintaining boilers, HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, chillers, or facility infrastructure.
- Welding, machining, or fabrication experience.
- Experience working with PLCs, controls, and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Forklift Operator Certification.
- Experience in a food manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SQF, and food safety programs.
- Experience working with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or SAP maintenance modules.
- Commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and knowledge sharing.
About the company
Campbell Soup Company makes packaged foods across two segments: Meals & Beverages and Snacks. Meals & Beverages sells soups, simple meals, and beverages under brands such as Campbell's, Swanson, Prego, V8, and Pacific Foods to retailers and foodservice customers in the U.S., Canada, and nearby markets. Snacks includes Pepperidge Farm and Snyder’s-Lance brands, offering crackers, cookies, pretzels, and other snacks under Pepperidge Farm, Snyder’s of Hanover, Lance, and Kettle Brand, with products in North America and Latin America. The company distributes through supermarkets, mass merchandisers, club stores, and foodservice channels, and aims to grow by offering a broad range of convenient, trusted foods to households and foodservice customers worldwide.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Camden, New Jersey
Founded
1869
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Rao’s consumption rose 9.4% in fiscal 2026, with 18.9% household penetration.
- Sept. 2026 guidance includes new Goldfish variants, Pacific ramen broth, and Campbell’s soups.
- The new $500 million savings plan funds marketing, pricing, and debt reduction through 2030.
What critics are saying
- Fiscal 2027 sales guide fell 2% to 4%, signaling another demand contraction.
- Jeffersonville laid off 111 workers; Hyannis and Tualatin closures add 379 losses.
- If private-label gains continue, Campbell’s branded snacks lose relevance and leverage by 2027.
What makes The Campbell's Company unique
- Campbell’s owns Rao’s, Goldfish, Pepperidge Farm, and soups with broad U.S. household penetration.
- Sept. 3, 2026, management said 85% of media spend shifts to digital channels.
- Campbell’s scale across meals, beverages, and snacks creates retailer leverage and shelf visibility.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Hybrid Work Options
- Wellness Program
- Professional Development Budget
- Mental Health Support
- Company Equity