Chemical Plant Maintenance Mechanic — 2nd/3rd Shift

The Recruiting Hive

Geneva (IL)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 62,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The Recruiting Hive seeks two Maintenance Mechanics for a continuous chemical manufacturing site in Geneva, IL. One on 2nd shift and one on 3rd shift, on-site with overtime during shutdowns. Responsibilities include maintaining pumps, mixers, reactors, motors, piping and valves, troubleshooting 480V circuits and VFDs, and completing CMMS records.

Safety first with PSM, OSHA, LOTO compliance. Qualifications: AAS or maintenance certs (or 10+ years in manufacturing), strong mechanical skills, own

Qualifications

AAS or maintenance certifications, or 10+ years of manufacturing maintenance in place of that
Chemical, process, or industrial manufacturing experience required
Strong mechanical skills with pumps, mixers, motors, and piping
480V and VFD troubleshooting preferred, and especially valuable for 3rd shift
PSM experience a plus
PLC knowledge a plus, not required
Solid understanding of OSHA, LOTO, and hazardous material handling
Must bring own basic hand tools

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair pumps, mixers, reactors, motors, piping, valves, and transfer equipment on a continuous process
Rebuild pumps, service mixers, swap motors, and handle wiring
Troubleshoot 480V circuits and VFDs; PLC knowledge helps on some shifts
Complete preventive and predictive work and record it in the CMMS
Get equipment back up fast when something fails mid-run
Work with production, engineering, and QC on what gets fixed first
Support quarterly shutdowns and the annual plant turnaround
Follow PSM, OSHA, LOTO, and site safety procedures