Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Freudenberg Group; Aurora (IL); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Freudenberg Group in Aurora, IL seeks an experienced maintenance technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plastic injection molding, automation, and related equipment. Read schematics, diagnose faults, and implement rapid repairs to maximize uptime.

Responsibilities include product changeovers, equipment testing, and collaboration with engineers and technicians. Strong communication and English proficiency are required, with a mechanical/electrical/mechatronic background.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience in mid to large size production facilities involving plastic injection molding, assembly, and/or automation repair.
• Automation track: PLC troubleshooting and repair; electronics/mechanics/pneumatics background.
• Injection molding track: knowledge of hydraulics, mold temperature controllers, hot runner controllers, sprue pickers, robots, and mold setup.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve malfunctions.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and software; ability to read manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with engineers and technicians; ability to work independently.

Responsabilités

• 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.
• Conduct system testing and calibration.
• Change over on equipment to other products.
• If automation: install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation systems, robotic arms, PLC systems, and conveyor systems.
• Work with robotics, cobots, AGV/AMR, vision systems, electrical systems, and manufacturing automation to ensure optimal performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Reading schematics

Team communication

Independent work

English proficiency

Problem-solving

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Outils

PLC systems

Robotic arms

Conveyor systems

Vision systems

Cobots / AGV / AMR

Industrial electrical systems

Description du poste

ResponsibilitiesComplete 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.QualificationsHigh 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.You should be proficient in:Mechanical Troubleshooting SkillsPreventive Maintenance & InspectionTroubleshooting Industrial Automation EquipmentMaintenance and Repair SkillsIndustrial Electrical ExperienceEquipment Diagnostics & TroubleshootingEquipment Repair & MaintenanceInjection Molding Experience