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Maintenance Mechanic

Woodridge, IL • Posted 4 days ago
Onsite Full Time Software Development

We are seeking experienced Industrial Maintenance Technicians for 2nd & 3rd Shift with a strong electrical and mechanical background to support our manufacturing operations.


The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial production and packaging equipment. This role plays an important part in maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring a safe production environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment breakdowns involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
  • Tear down, rebuild, repair, and replace defective equipment components, including motors, gearboxes, clutches, bearings, and electrical components
  • Perform equipment changeovers and production line setups
  • Assist line workers with changeovers and improve changeover procedures
  • Set up fill lines for production runs
  • Repair and maintain production machinery and related equipment
  • Dismantle defective equipment and install new or repaired parts
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and make necessary adjustments
  • Work from prints, schematics, wiring diagrams, machine manuals, preventive maintenance sheets, and other maintenance instructions
  • Follow and promote all safety policies and procedures, including PPE requirements
  • Assist supervisors with production line operations as needed
  • Work effectively with employees at all levels, both independently and as part of a team
  • Participate in special projects, meetings, and other assigned duties


Equipment Experience

Experience with industrial packaging and production equipment is preferred, including:

  • Carton erectors and sealers
  • Liquid fillers
  • Case packers
  • Palletizers
  • Cappers
  • Conveyors
  • Labelers
  • Production and filling lines
  • Blow molding equipment

Uniloy or Bekum blow molding experience is a plus.


Qualifications

  • 3+ years of industrial/mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
  • Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
  • Knowledge of gearboxes and cam-type equipment
  • Working knowledge of electrical systems, including AC 480–120V and DC/low-voltage controls
  • Ability to read and work from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Ability to provide basic mechanic's hand tools
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
  • Ability to lift and move approximately 40–60 lbs
  • Ability to remain on your feet for approximately 80–90% of the shift
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision


Available Shifts

2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday–Friday

3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM, Monday–Friday

Overtime as needed.


If you have the technical experience and troubleshooting skills to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently, we encourage you to apply.

Maintenance Mechanic in Woodridge at swipejobs

Typical pay
$52,520–$62,218

For context, most maintenance technicians earn between $52,520–$62,218 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.

This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted 4 days ago.

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