Industrial Maintenance Technician: PM, Troubleshooting & Repairs

Manner Polymers, Inc.; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Manner Polymers, Inc. in Mount Vernon, IL is seeking a maintenance technician to perform routine maintenance, execute repairs, and follow up on work orders to prevent downtime. You will troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting under the Plant Engineer.

Responsibilities include replacing components, performing PMs, documenting in CMMS, and maintaining safety and teamwork across departments. Strong electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic skills are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years minimum industrial manufacturing experience.
• Advanced trades experience (Electrical, plumbing, mechanical).
• Excellent at troubleshooting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of equipment control systems.
• Must have pneumatic experience.
• Basic VFD knowledge.
• Basic PLC knowledge.
• Basic math/computer proficiency.
• Vacuum system knowledge.
• Ability to rebuild pumps, manifolds, and motors.
• HMI basics and comprehension.
• Basic welding skills (Tig a plus).
• Liquid and powder transfer procedures.
• PVC compounding systems knowledge.
• Extruder knowledge.
• Electrical distribution knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement effective solutions to maintenance challenges.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on industrial equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Replace and install motors, blades, air cylinders, heaters, and blowers.
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks including oil changes and filter/ belt changes.
• Troubleshoot control panels, thermal systems, and electrical components.
• Maintain facility infrastructure including lighting, gates, sprinkler systems.
• Document all maintenance activities using CMMS.
• Promote safety and housekeeping; uphold protocols.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Pneumatic systems

VFD basics

PLC basics

HMI basics

Welding (Tig)

Pumps and motors

Tools/CMMS usage

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Manner Polymers, Inc. in Mount Vernon, IL is seeking a maintenance technician to perform routine maintenance, execute repairs, and follow up on work orders to prevent downtime. You will troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting under the Plant Engineer.

Responsibilities include replacing components, performing PMs, documenting in CMMS, and maintaining safety and teamwork across departments. Strong electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic skills are required.