Maintenance Technician (AM and PM Shift) - ($28-38.00 based on experience)

Apply Description Great opportunity with the EMPLOYER of Choice! Come experience and work on our state-of-the-art automation. Flexible schedule and great benefits! Great pay! Berner Food & Beverage, headquartered in Dakota, Illinois, is recognized as an employer of choice in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, offering a dynamic, team-oriented environment where employee development and career success are core values. The company is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and innovative workplace, making it an attractive destination for skilled maintenance professionals. State-of-the-Art Automation Berner operates a state-of-the-art, SQF Level III-certified facility, featuring advanced automation and manufacturing technologies. Their 290,000-square-foot plant expansion has tripled production space and introduced cutting-edge equipment, supporting a wide range of shelf-stable beverages, dips, sauces, and aerosol cheese products. This modern infrastructure ensures that Maintenance Technicians work with the latest systems and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly. Great Benefits and Flexible Work Schedule Employees at Berner enjoy a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental coverage, and a 401(k) plan. The company values work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules that accommodate different shifts and personal needs, making it easier for technicians to manage their professional and personal commitments. Industry Recognition This Year (2025), Berner Food & Beverage was a finalist in the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s “Coolest Thing Made in Illinois” tournament, highlighting the company’s innovation and leadership in the industry for its Aerosol Cheese Products. This recognition underscores Berner’s reputation for producing high-quality, in-demand products and its commitment to manufacturing excellence. Position Summary: Support the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program to continually reduce unscheduled downtime. · Analyze problems and interpret technical information necessary to make required repairs (troubleshooting of equipment issues). · Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on production machinery and facility support equipment. · Inspect, operate, and test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and validate work performed. · Ensure safety by following all company policies, including safety rules, procedures, Lock-out / Tag-out procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), personal safety standards, food safety standards as well as OSHA standards. · Troubleshoot equipment as well as plant mechanical systems and develop sustainable solutions accordingly. · Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted. Maintain complete records of work performed using software, work orders, and detailed logs, and have good communication skills across all groups/departments. · Assist with equipment…