Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Homepage; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading flooring manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic at the Kankakee Flooring Plant. The role involves repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment while supporting safety compliance and preventative maintenance programs. Ideal candidates have a strong technical background and at least 3 years of industrial workforce experience.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Quarterly Bonus Plan Eligible

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in an industrial workforce.
• Technical skills in preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Repair, troubleshoot and maintain plant machinery and equipment.
• Support preventative maintenance and minimize unscheduled downtime.
• Ensure safety compliance in all operations.

Skills

Technical expertise

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K , Quarterly Bonus Plan Eligible

Shift: TBD

Pay: $31.68 - $38.48

Shift Differential: $0.40 2:15pm – 10:15pm // $0.45 10:15pm – 6:15am

The Kankakee Flooring Plant team has a job opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic located in Kankakee, IL. The Maintenance Mechanic will repair, troubleshoot and maintain the condition and performance of the plant, property, machinery, and equipment. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager.

JOB DUTIES:

• Support the preventative maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime.
• Analyze problems and interpret technical information necessary to make required repairs (troubleshooting of equipment issues).
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and validate work performed.
• Ensure safety by following all company policies including safety rules, procedures and Lock-Out/Tag-out procedures. Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s). Personal safety standards and OSHA standards.
• Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted. Maintain records of work performed, work orders, detailed logs and have good communication skills across all departments.
• Complete repairs and maintenance effectively and efficiently to maintain high level of equipment performance and safety with limited down time.
• Assist with equipment changeovers and line startups, troubleshooting issues as needed.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial workforce
• Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Technical skills: An industrial mechanic must possess technical expertise to perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot and repair equipment, ensure safety compliance, document work, minimize downtime, assist with changeovers, support continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain equipment for safe and efficient operations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequently will push, pull, carry, and lift 20 - 50lbs.
• Occasionally walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping and repetitive movements
• Frequently talk, hear, read, write
• Frequently must be able to work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Think analytically
• Make decisions
• Develop options and implement solutions
• Work with a team
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)
• Attention to detail
• Communicate effectively
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Work with a Sense of Urgency

AHF PRODUCTS:

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

AHF Products is a leading hard surface flooring manufacturer in the USA with a family of trusted brands serving the residential and commercial hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring markets. With decades of experience in award-winning flooring design, product development, manufacturing, and service, we create quality flooring to last for generations through inspiring designs, innovation, and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service.

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