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Primient

Maintenance Supervisor, Dec

Decatur, IL · On-site

Maintenance Supervisor, Dec | Primient About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant ...

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Maintenance Technician II

Decatur, IL · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

As a Maintenance Technician II, you will play a vital role in ensuring our buildings and grounds are safe, functional, and inviting. You'll perform a variety of maintenance tasks, from plumbing and ...

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Maintenance Technician II

Decatur, IL · On-site

$23/hr

As a Maintenance Technician II, you will play a vital role in ensuring our buildings and grounds are safe, functional, and inviting. You'll perform a variety of maintenance tasks, from plumbing and ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for maintenance in Decatur, IL is $30.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.40 and $37.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Is a Maintenance Worker?

A maintenance worker is someone who is responsible for the upkeep and repair of a building or set of buildings. Examples include colleges, hotels, rental companies, factories, shopping plazas, schools, as well as other structures.

What is the difference between Maintenance vs Repair Technician?

AspectMaintenanceRepair Technician
CertificationsOften requires HVAC, electrical, or mechanical certificationsMay require specialized repair certifications depending on the equipment
Work EnvironmentRegularly scheduled tasks, preventive care, routine inspectionsReactive work, fixing equipment after failure or breakdown
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, facilities management, property managementFound in industrial, automotive, appliance repair sectors

Maintenance involves proactive, scheduled tasks to prevent equipment failure, focusing on routine inspections and preventive care. Repair Technicians respond to equipment failures, fixing issues after breakdowns. While both roles require technical skills and certifications, maintenance emphasizes prevention, whereas repair focuses on fixing existing problems.

What are some common challenges Maintenance professionals face when managing multiple tasks or work orders simultaneously?

Maintenance professionals often juggle multiple work orders, urgent repairs, and preventive tasks, which can make prioritization a key challenge. Balancing scheduled maintenance with unexpected breakdowns requires strong organizational skills and effective communication with supervisors and other departments. Time management and adaptability are essential, as priorities may shift quickly based on equipment failures or production needs. Many organizations use computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to help track tasks and improve workflow efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Maintenance Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Maintenance Technician, you need solid troubleshooting skills, mechanical and electrical knowledge, and often a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with tools such as multimeters, HVAC systems, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you excel in this role. These competencies ensure timely repairs, minimize equipment downtime, and maintain safety standards in various facilities.

What are maintenance workers?

Maintenance workers are professionals responsible for keeping buildings, equipment, and facilities in good working condition. Their duties typically include repairing machinery, performing routine inspections, handling basic plumbing or electrical issues, and ensuring safety standards are met. Maintenance workers can be found in various settings such as schools, hospitals, factories, and office buildings. They play a crucial role in preventing breakdowns, reducing downtime, and maintaining a safe and functional environment.

What is a maintenance job?

A maintenance job involves inspecting, repairing, and servicing equipment, machinery, or facilities to ensure they operate efficiently and safely. Workers in this role often use tools, follow safety protocols, and may require certifications depending on the industry. Maintenance jobs can be found in various sectors such as manufacturing, facilities management, and transportation.
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Maintenance Supervisor, Dec

Maintenance Supervisor, Dec

Primient

Decatur, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Maintenance Supervisor, Dec | PrimientAbout Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

Job Description

Maintenance Supervisor

Decatur, IL

Join Primient for a more rewarding manufacturing role. From day one, you'll earn a great wage and full benefits.

Poised for new era of success: our goal is to unlock the full potential of Decatur and our other US locations. The market is strong for our plant-based ingredients, which go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing. As our business grows, our people will grow.

ABOUT PRIMIENT

Established yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we're also a brand-new company that is ready to drive change and create impact.

Investing in the future of Decatur: We are making an unprecedent investment in our plant and people to create a state-of-the-art facility. It will be a rewarding place for people to work now and for generations to come.

The Maintenance Supervisor contributes to a high level of productivity and efficiency within the maintenance department by providing supervisor to job plans for work originating from requests, preventative plans, and predictive monitoring. Supervisor will include details such as following procedures as well as labor, time, parts, tools, access, and permitting required. Works closely with Operations, Engineers, Quality, and other internal customers to ensure that detailed maintenance activity schedules are met. Develops and monitors area shutdown planning as applicable and addresses capacity issues with both internal and external customers. Works closely with all site functions to develop procedures and work practices.

Main accountabilities

Specific responsibilities include:

Performance measures

Show flexibility to move from one task to another where needed.

Skills and experience required.

Desired skills:

  • Executing today's planned schedule that was agreed upon the Maintenance Planner and operations Ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures.

  • Ensure that the planned maintenance jobs for assigned for that area has all details needed to schedule and execute each job - procedures, parts, tools, access, permitting, etc.

  • Partner closely with maintenance planners for assigned areas each day to maintain proper priority for planning workflow.

  • Incorporate feedback on completed planned jobs from maintenance mechanics (including contractors), reliability team, maintenance storage, operations, and skilled crafts to create a continuous improvement loop for job plans and planning procedures.

  • Provide daily communications with a wide range of plant personnel.

  • Provide labor and costs estimates- for project capital or expensed.

  • Management skills

  • Time management on break-in work

  • The maintenance planner will be evaluated on several factors.

    • Maintenance metrics

      • Schedule Attainment

      • Schedule Compliance

      • Schedule Loading

      • % Break-in Work

    • Demonstrates competence in material acquisition.

    • Ability to multitask.

  • Required skills, experience, and traits:

  • Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Technology related field preferred not required,with five - eight years of related professional experience in a heavy industrial environment working with mechanical maintenance or engineering teams.

  • Supervisor experience is preferred.

  • Must be self-motivated, diligent, detail oriented, and possess very strong time management discipline.

  • Ability to read and interpret prints, schematics, assembly drawings, and machine manuals.

  • Strong writing skills; must be able to communicate instructions and procedures clearly to skilled crafts.

  • Good interpersonal skills and willingness to accept and act upon feedback from others.

  • Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and Outlook e-mail.

  • Prior maintenance planning experience

  • Familiarity with SAP maintenance system is preferred but not required.

Working with us in Decatur

Our Primient plant is the largest and most complex facility across our network, and has been part of the Decatur community for over 100 years. It has been a hub of innovation and technology and will continue to be a flagship facility for Primient. Today, more than 400 people work at our plant and administration building. We are proud of our strong union relations, our excellent safety record, and our local community outreach and service. Our promising future makes it an exciting place to be.

Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $81,836.00 - $102,295.00 and is bonus eligible.

Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • Competitive Pay

  • Multiple Healthcare plan choices

  • Dental and vision insurance

  • A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions

  • Short- and Long-Term Disability

  • Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans

  • Paid holidays & vacation

  • Floating days off

  • Parental leave for new parents

  • Employee resource groups

  • Learning & development programs

  • Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.

Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.

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