Equipment Technician - Manufacturing (2nd Shift)

Jessup Manufacturing Company; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and generous PTO

401(k) with 6% employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Memorable events and celebrations

Catered lunch monthly meetings and hot

Stocked coffee station and more!

Job summary

Jessup Manufacturing Company is hiring an Equipment Technician for the 2nd shift in Lake Bluff, IL. You will troubleshoot, repair and perform preventive maintenance on all production machines and related equipment, ensuring maximum run time and reliability.

You will follow maintenance schedules, document actions, and participate in continuous improvement of procedures. Requires strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with tools, electrical diagnostics and safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience with machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Proficient with basic hand tools, multimeters and amp probes.
• Willingness to perform preventive maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and perform preventive maintenance on production machines.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules to maximize uptime.
• Maintain maintenance logs with accurate entries for each equipment piece.
• Suggest improvements to maintenance procedures.
• Assist with parts procurement and routine setup/service.
• Support on-call needs and travel to other site as required.
• Operate forklifts/scissor lifts safely when needed.

Skills

Machine controls

Relay logic

PLC logic

HMI interfaces

Motor drives

Measuring tools

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Welding (plus)

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3–5 years manufacturing experience

Machinery repair & troubleshooting

Math & problem solving

Basic shop tools proficiency

Tools

Electrical multimeters

Amp probes

Shop tools

Calipers

Hydraulic/Pneumatic tools

Job description

Equipment Technician - Manufacturing (2nd Shift)

Full Time Lake Bluff, Lake Bluff, IL, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1036

Salary Range: $33.00 To $37.00 Hourly

Join Our Amazing Team at Jessup!

At Jessup, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. Our diverse team is composed of talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. We support each other, celebrate our successes, and continually stive for excellence. We believe in open communication, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to achieving our goals. If you you’re looking to grow you career in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere, Jessup is the place for you!

Employee Benefits and Perks:

Paid holidays and generous paid time off.

401 (k) with 6% employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Memorable company events and celebrations

Catered lunch monthly meetings, stocked coffee station and more!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title

jOB #

JD-014-LB

Date

September 23, 2024

FLSA

Non-Exempt

LOCATION

Lake Bluff, IL

REPORTS TO

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs troubleshooting , repairs, and preventative maintenance on all production machines and related support equipment. Conducts routine facilities maintenance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains and repairs production machinery and equipment as required to maximize run time.
• Perform preventive maintenance duties following a standard preventive maintenance schedule to keep equipment functioning at maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Records all actions taken in equipment maintenance log promptly and accurately so that complete records are available for each piece of equipment.
• Recommend improvements to preventive maintenance procedures.
• Run errands for parts or supplies as needed (1 to 3 times per month).
• Maintain a clean, orderly stockedwork area and equipment.
• Provide off-hour coverage/support on a call basis.
• Travel to and provide support at McHenry, IL facility upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of machinery repair, troubleshooting and building maintenance.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, math skills, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
• Proficient with basic hand tools, shop equipment, electrical multimeters, and amp probes.

SKILLS

• Strong background in machine controls systems, relay logic, PLC logic, HMI interfaces, and motor drives; programming experience is a plus.
• Ability to use and read measuring tools (rulers, tape measures, digital calipers, micrometers, infrared thermometers).
• Must be able to solve practical problems in varied situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to make recommendations regarding spare parts, lock-out/tag-out, guarding, and operator involvement for machine integrity, consulting managers as needed.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills, both orally and in writing, with maintenance staff and cross-functional teams.
• Competent knowledge of equipment wiring and basic building wiring, Electrical systems up to 480 volts 3-phase.
• Hydraulics, pneumatics, and light plumbing work.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance schedules, schematics, and manuals, maintain tidy maintenance logs.
• Computer skills (MS Office) including the ability to use the internet to research and source parts.
• Physically capable of climbing ladders, bending, and accessing all areas of machinery and equipment .
• Abilit y to design and fabricate parts, brackets, assemblies, and tooling using standard shop equipment, welding skills are a plus.
• Experience operating equipment such as forklifts and scissors lifts at heights up to 30 feet.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.