Machine Maintenance Technician

ProAmpac; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives & 401(k)

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

ProAmpac in Elgin, IL is seeking a full-time, highly skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. This role requires hands-on expertise with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and you will perform preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and optimize machines, maintain documentation, and communicate with the Maintenance Lead and Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on maintenance experience.
• Proficient with PLCs, Drives and Schematics.
• Proficient with test instruments and power tools.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Good communication in English.

Responsibilities

• PM equipment and ensure documentation is completed accurately.
• Communicate with Maintenance Lead/Manager about issues.
• Respond to operational or technical issues to maximize productivity.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
• Repair and replace defective motors, gear boxes, clutches, bearings, and electrical systems.
• Perform PM on production equipment and facility (pumps, chillers, compressors, etc.).
• Fabricate/design machine parts as required.
• Install and test high/low voltage circuits on production lines.
• Contribute to a safe work environment by following regulations.

Skills

PLC & Drives

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Tool proficiency

English communication

Tools

Test instruments

Power tools

Job description

We are currently seeking a full-time, highly skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team at our Elgin, IL facility. ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. We provide creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement, and Impact. We have an impeccable safety culture with programs designed to foster a zero-harm workplace environment.

Shift

1st Shift

Hourly Pay Range

$35 - $42/hr (pending experience)

Essential Duties And Tasks

• PM equipment as required and ensure all documentation is completed accurately.


• Communicate effectively with the Maintenance Lead and Maintenance Manager regarding any issues.


• Quickly respond to operational or technical issues to ensure maximum productivity.


• Troubleshoot, and repair equipment breakdowns involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.


• Optimize machine output and increase quality of preventative maintenance.


• Tear down equipment and rebuild, replace, or repair defective components: motors, gear boxes, clutches, bearings, and electrical systems.


• PM on production equipment and facility. IE: pumps, chillers, carpentry, painting, drywall, compressors, and main power systems.


• Fabricate/design machine parts as required.


• Perform PLC and other low voltage control changes and make diagnostic checks on production machines.


• Install and repair high voltage and low voltage circuits for production lines and facility.


• Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment by following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

Skills And Abilities

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on maintenance experience.


• Proficient with PLC's, Drives and Schematics.


• Proficient with test instruments.


• Good mechanical and electrical aptitude


• Skilled in usage of all common hand and power tools.


• Proficiency in basic mechanical maintenance and repair procedures.


• Good communication skills in the English language (reading, writing, listening and speaking).

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match


• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance


• Paid time off


• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more


• Career development opportunities with access to training, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement


• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Job Category: Maintenance Full-Time