Lead Maintenance Technician: PLC, Electric & Mechanical

Pretium Packaging; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging is seeking a senior Maintenance Technician who will lead diagnostics across electrical and mechanical systems in a manufacturing setting. You will also mentor junior technicians and drive root cause analyses to prevent recurrence.

The role requires hands-on expertise with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and automated equipment, plus knowledge of safety procedures and CMMS documentation.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Mentor and support lower-tier technicians through on-the-job training and technical guidance.
• Participate in RCA and corrective action processes; document findings.

Skills

PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Siemens)

HMI screens

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Troubleshooting pumps/pneumatics/hydra

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

CMMS Software

Forklift certification

Job description

Pretium Packaging is seeking a senior Maintenance Technician who will lead diagnostics across electrical and mechanical systems in a manufacturing setting. You will also mentor junior technicians and drive root cause analyses to prevent recurrence.

The role requires hands-on expertise with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and automated equipment, plus knowledge of safety procedures and CMMS documentation.