Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Job title: Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

About the Role Join IFF as a Maintenance Technician on the 3rd shift in Madison, WI. This onsite role supports mechanical, electrical, civil, and general maintenance to keep the plant running safely and efficiently. You’ll work with a solution-oriented team to ensure quality and compliance with industry standards.

What You'll Do

• Perform maintenance support across mechanical, electrical, civil, and general trade functions during the 3rd shift to ensure continuous plant operation.
• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment across plant and office environments.
• Assemble, move, and transport material-handling equipment as needed.
• Carry out site-preparation tasks including drain cleaning, concrete work, partitioning, and basic construction support.
• Perform routine lubrication, equipment cleaning, and pulling electrical wiring under supervision.
• Conduct routine inspections and follow preventive maintenance tasks through the SAP maintenance module.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including work orders, records of parts, tools, and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety and quality requirements including ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, GMPs, HACCP, and company policies.
• Support general facility upkeep, including repair of pumps, motors, boilers, HVAC, refrigeration, packaging machinery, and building fixtures.

What We're Looking For

• Background or training in mechanical, electrical, or related technical fields; technical degree or apprenticeship is a plus.
• Proven mechanical aptitude with experience diagnosing and repairing production equipment.
• Ability to work independently during night-shift hours while staying aligned with daytime operations.
• Skilled in the safe use of tools required for maintenance, including benders, spanners, cutters, and hand tools.
• Able to read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal procedures and work instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment issues.
• Basic math skills, including percentages and decimals, and ability to use English/Metric measurements.
• Reliable, safety-focused, and able to maintain high hygiene standards in manufacturing environments.
• Physically able to lift up to 55 lbs., climb ladders/stairs, maneuver through the plant, and wear PPE/respiratory protection as required.

Nice to Have

• Formal technical education, certification, or state apprenticeship is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified in the posting.