Electro-Mechanical Technician

ZipRecruiter; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electro-Mechanical Technician, where you'll leverage your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to support a climate-controlled manufacturing facility. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of equipment, from PLCs to welding machines, in a dynamic team environment. You'll be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining essential machinery, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to safety standards. If you have a strong work ethic and a passion for technology, this position is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a thriving industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical and mechanical experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to troubleshoot, replace HMIs and VFDs effectively.
• Basic knowledge of process control systems and machine tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical components.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety rules and good housekeeping.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills

PLC Troubleshooting Skills

Pneumatics Experience

Blueprint Reading

Preventive Maintenance & Inspection

Equipment Troubleshooting

Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance

Troubleshooting Skills

Physical ability to climb, kneel, bend

Education

Electronics Certification

Tools

MIG Welder

TIG Welder

Stick Welder

Manual Lathe

Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)

Extrusion Machine

Manual Vertical Mill

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

HMI

Calipers and Micrometers

Job description

Printpack is seeking a qualified Electro-Mechanical Technician to provide electrical/mechanical support to the Elgin, IL plant. Qualified candidates must have at least 3 years of maintenance experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This plant is a climate-controlled facility. The candidate must be a team player and be willing to share knowledge. The candidate will be required to work with all team members undertaking any, and all roles from leading a task to cleaning up after a task. A successful team member will have an extremely good work ethic, great punctuality, and attendance record. Must have solid computer knowledge and skills. Any electronics certifications a plus. This position is for 3rd Shift (11:00 pm - 7:00 am, Sun-Thu).

Additional $2.50/hr. premium for NIGHT Shift only between the hours of 7pm-7am. Any hours worked outside of 7pm-7am will not receive the premium.

Basic Knowledge

• Demonstrate knowledge of plant and process safety rules, safe operating methods, and good housekeeping standards.
• Install, repair, and maintain electrical/electronic equipment used in the manufacturing process.
• Install, repair, and maintain mechanical components used in the manufacturing process.
• Communicate effectively with team members, corporate engineering, vendors, and internal customers.
• Communicate actions taken to repair the machine to Operator and/or Manager.
• Experience operating forklifts and MEWPs.
• Experienced with conduit bending and wire sizing.
• Familiar with Microsoft-based computer systems.

Minimum Requirements

• 3-plus years electrical and mechanical experience.
• Must be able to work any shift.
• Basic understanding of start/stop, latching, motor control, and emergency circuits.
• Ability to troubleshoot, replace HMIs and VFDs.
• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic, mechanical schematics, vendor data, and perform preventative maintenance on various types of equipment.
• Basic knowledge and understanding in process control systems such as temperature control, pressure control, flow control, and PID control loops.
• Working knowledge of machine tools: Lathes, Mills, and Drill presses.
• Basic knowledge of Welding and sheet metal fabrication.
• Basic knowledge of pipe fitting.
• Physical ability to climb, kneel, bend, and work at elevations.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Electrical Schematics
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Pneumatics Experience
• Single and Three Phase Power
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
• Electrical Systems Diagnostics & Repair
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Pipefitting Skills
• Packaging Experience
• Plastic Extrusion Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• MIG Welder
• Industrial/Parts Washing Systems
• TIG Welder
• Stick Welder
• Manual Lathe
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Extrusion Machine
• Manual Vertical Mill
• Palletizer
• Measurement Gauges
• Slitter Machine
• Flexographic Printing Press
• Calipers and Micrometers
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Tube / Pipe Bender
• HMI
• Servo Motors