Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe Environment

Personal Development

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Freudenberg Household Products LP (USA) in Aurora, IL is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to perform routine and preventive maintenance on injection molding, automation systems, and related equipment. You will read schematics, troubleshoot issues, and work with engineers to maximize uptime.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, plus experience in large production facilities with plastics, automation or injection molding.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• Experience in mid to large production facilities involving plastic injection molding, assembly, and/or automation repair.
• Automation: PLC troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Injection molding: knowledge of auxiliary equipment such as hydraulics and mold controls.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose and resolve malfunctions.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and reading blueprints/schematics.
• Proficient English communication, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders related to machine repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Identify potential system failures and stock critical components to reduce downtime.
• Conduct system testing and calibration.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Change over on equipment to other products.
• Maintain injection molding machines, PET extrusion lines, and assembly lines when assigned to Injection Molding.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation systems and robotics; operate vision and electrical systems as needed.
• Coordinate with engineers and technicians; work independently on moderately complex tasks.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Maintenance planning

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

PLC systems

Diagnostics tools

Hydraulics

Robotics systems

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions is a Business Group of Freudenberg and a leading global supplier of branded cleaning systems as well as household and laundry care products. The portfolio includes brands such as O-Cedar®, and Vileda®. The company employs more than 3,800 people and hosts a global distribution network.

Some of your Benefits

• Safe Environment: We strive to ensure safety remains a top priority, and provide a stable environment for our employees.
• Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

Aurora, IL

On-Site

Freudenberg Household Products LP (USA)

payments The expected salary range for this position is $35-$43/hour which might include shift differential, and is dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to base pay, this position may be eligible for a performance-based bonus. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement savings with company match; paid time-off and holidays; parental leave.

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders related to machine repairs. Perform routine and preventive maintenance to maximize system uptime and efficiency.
• Identify potential system failures and ensure critical components are stocked for quick repairs to reduce downtime of machines, supporting production demand.
• Conduct system testing and calibration.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Change over on some equipment to other products.
• If assigned to Injection Molding - maintain all facets of injection molding machines, PET fiber extrusion lines, and assembly lines.
• If assigned to Automation - install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation systems, robotic arms, PLC systems, and conveyor systems (non-software related). Work with industrial robotic assembly devices, cobots, AGV / AMR, vision systems, electrical systems, and manufacturing automation systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience in mid to large size production facilities involving plastic injection molding, assembly, and/or automation repair required.
• Those being considered for automation must have technical expertise in electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, and automation systems (mechatronic background), including PLC troubleshooting and repair.
• Those being considered for injection molding must have knowledge of auxiliary equipment - hydraulics, mold temperature controllers, hot runner controllers, sprue pickers, robots, and mold setup.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose and resolve system malfunctions.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with engineers, technicians, and other team members. Ability to work independently on moderately complex tasks.
• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.
• To ensure effective communication and safety in the workplace, candidates must be proficient in English, both spoken and written.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.