Maintenance Technician I

About the role

As a Maintenance Technician at Factor, you will be responsible for the general maintenance and repairs of our building, grounds, and equipment. You will ensure that the facility is maintained at a high level, general cleaning is performed in a timely manner when needed, and safety standards are upheld.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair complex machinery (conveyor system, HVAC equipment, scanners, automatic doors, dock doors, etc.)
• Maintain and repair production equipment as needed
• Monitor equipment and perform troubleshooting for problems and breakdowns
• Maintain and repair facilities including basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Provide recommendations to repair or replace poorly functioning equipment
• Efficiently prioritize repair schedule to ensure an uninterrupted production schedule
• Conduct regular facility inspections
• Assist personnel as needed
• Communicate regularly with personnel to ensure that repairs and maintenance needs are met and coordinated with production schedules
• Keep management informed of area activities and of significant concerns
• Report major concerns or significant problems

Qualifications

You are...

• Mechanically-inclined: you’ve always had a knack for fixing things and a natural curiosity about how things work; you enjoy taking things apart only to put them back together and are extremely comfortable handling tools and materials
• Programmatic: you’re able to identify the system component that is causing the error, as well as the options available for resolving it and completing the task
• Bold: you’re adventurous and have a true entrepreneurial spirit; you’re not afraid to take calculated risks and constantly challenge the status quo
• Agile: you roll with the punches and don’t get overwhelmed easily; you have a track record of adapting quickly and driving results in fast-paced, hyper-growth environments
• Problem-solver: you’re a critical thinker who uses logic to identify alternatives, evaluate, and present approaches to solving complex problems while thinking in terms of contingency plans

Requirements

• 1+ years general maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair experience within manufacturing/production plant
• High school diploma or GED required, some college preferred
• Qualified to handle electrical components, controls, and HVAC
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics
• Strong mechanical and technical maintenance; able to operate power tools, PIT equipment, and service basic mechanical devices and functions safely and effectively
• Versed in GMP/TPM/LEAN/OSHA with strong continuous improvement and project management
• Exposure to ammonia, refrigeration, and/or PSM compliance systems
• Comfortable working in cold environments with some areas of facility at 40°F
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google apps (Gmail, Drive, Sheets, etc.)
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation
• Generous PTO and additional sick leave
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

Pay

Illinois Pay Range: $24.75—$24.75 USD

Shift is based on business needs.