Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Chicago Glue & Machine; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

401k 3% match

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Safety Committee

Team building events

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Chicago Glue & Machine in Itasca, IL is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to install, repair, and maintain gluing systems at customer sites and in our shop. You will work with hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics and PLCs to meet manufacturers' specifications.

This full-time role requires good communication, safety focus, and ability to travel 20–40%. We offer holidays, health and retirement benefits, and a culture centered on teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Read/interpret schematics and work with PLC.
• Time management.
• Problem solving.
• Basic computer skills, Outlook and Excel emphasis.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Climb stairs and work from elevated platform.
• Bend, stoop, push, pull, grasp, reach, kneel, twist frequently.
• Walk frequently and stand during shift.
• Forklift and other material handling duties.
• Detail, process, and goal oriented.
• Work efficiently in fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Identify and resolve problems independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain gluing systems and equipment at customer sites to manufacturer specifications by understanding the mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatic, and electrical components.
• Document and communicate information to assist our customers and us to make educated and insightful business decisions.
• Participate in and contribute to our quality management system.
• Initiate purchase orders for parts and machines.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and interfacing with industry experts.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop equipment such as drill press and welder.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Problem solving

Reading schematics

Basic computer skills

English reading proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school certification

Electrical certification preferred

Tools

PLC

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical systems

Job description

Our company expects all team members to uphold our core values of:

Safety Practice Safety First - Physical, Intellectual, and Emotional - Always.

Teamwork Offer help, ask for help, and leverage the strength of our diverse and inclusive team.

Respect Treat others as you would like to be treated.

Accountability Take responsibility for your actions and your words.

Continuous Improvement Take initiative and strive to do better.

Ethical Behavior Follow our Code of Ethics and meet our high standard of professional behavior.

Considerations: Chicago Glue & Machine (CGM) and our customers, convert and apply adhesives in a multitude of ways of application equipment. This position is best served by a person who likes variety, thinks creatively, and is a good communicator. The responsibilities include assessing and repairing customer's equipment in the CGM maintenance shop as well as installing and PM'ing equipment in the field (80%). The production operation at CGM includes equipment requiring maintenance/repair and assisting with facility projects as needed (20%).

This department is one we are focused and committed to growing. We value our employees as our greatest asset. Our track record shows our continued investment in and supporting people for personal and professional growth both as individual contributors and managers.

Full Time: Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, OT on evenings and weekends as needed.

Communication

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with coworkers
• Ability to read and understand basic English
• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish is helpful but not a requirement

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain gluing systems and equipment at customer sites to manufacturer's specification by understanding the mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatic, and electrical components
• Document and communicate information to assist our customers and us to make educated and insightful business decisions
• Participate in and contribute to our quality management system
• Initiate purchase order for parts and machines
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and interfacing with industry experts.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop equipment such as drill press and welder
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Read/interpret schematics and work with PLC
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Basic computer skills, Microsoft Office products emphasis on Outlook and Excel
• Basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with and without a calculator
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Climb stairs and work from an elevated platform
• Bend, stoop, push, pull, grasp, reach, kneel, twist frequently during the shift
• Walk frequently within department, and ability to stand during the entire production shift
• Forklift and other material handling duties
• Detail, process, and goal oriented
• Work efficiently in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment
• Identify and resolve problems independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Choice of HMO or PPO Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance offered
• FSA
• 401k, 3% employer match
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Safety Committee
• Fiesta committee and events planned by the committee for celebration, team building, and morale building
• Stuck on Sustainability Committee
• All-inGLUE-sive Committee (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)
• Peer Mentor Program

Requirements

• High school or equivalent
• Applicable Trade School
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with electrical, hydraulics, programming, and mechanical PLCs is desired and not required
• Electrical certification is preferred
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record as travel is required 20% - 40%
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screen

Work is performed indoors; temperatures can range from refrigerated environments to 95 F.

Frequent exposure to the smell of different molten adhesive formulas.

Salary is commensurate with experience.