Maintenance Mechanic

FUCHS PETROLUB SE; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuchs Lubricants Co. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our Harvey, IL facility. This role focuses on repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment to ensure safe, reliable operations.

It is a 1st shift position, 7:00 am–3:30 pm, with overtime potential. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, motor control troubleshooting, instrumentation, PLC systems, welding, piping, and repair of mobile equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 5+ years of experience.
• Technical certification is a plus.
• Experience in automation and fabrication is required.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• High proficiency in electrical systems.
• Experience with welding and piping assembly.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and complete work orders.
• Troubleshoot motor control systems and replace defective devices.
• Troubleshoot pumps, agitators, compressors, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation including flow and pressure transmitters.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and interlocks.
• Maintain compliance with Illinois safety standards and facilities systems.
• Repair mechanical seals and perform fabrication and piping work.
• Repair mobile equipment such as forklifts and aerial lifts.
• Follow site safety procedures and permit processes.
• Respond to ASRS fault codes and interface with Savannah WMS.
• Perform electrical wiring of motors, drives, and instrumentation devices.
• Troubleshoot fault alarms and assist FT Batch program.
• Assist in other departmental duties as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC programming

Welding

Piping

Instrumentation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical School Certification

Tools

Manager+ system

PLC programming software

Electrical schematics tools

Welding equipment

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FUCHS is the world's largest independent supplier of innovative lubrication solutions, covering almost every industry and application. Our products and solutions keep the world moving even though they are not always visible. What matters is that each of our over 6,000 employees in over 50 countries is visible - their entrepreneurial spirit, ideas and skills are the foundation of our global business.

Come be seen at FUCHS by joining us as:

Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Harvey, IL, US, 60426

ABOUT FUCHS

Fuchs Lubricants Co. is the United States operating unit of Fuchs Petrolub S.E., the world's largest independent manufacturer of specialty lubricants with global sales of over $2.4 Billion. We provide high quality lubricants and services to a wide range of industries such as automotive, appliance, aerospace manufacturers, pharmaceuticals, transportation, mining, and energy. The organization is constantly developing new technology to meet the ever-changing demands of modern industry and we are recognized for providing world-class technical support to our strong customer base.

Salary: The range for this position is from $36-$38 depending on the experience and qualifications of the candidate. This role will be for 1st shift with the hours of 7 am - 3:30 pm. There is the potential for overtime hours as well.

Your responsibilities:

The Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for providing a high level of expertise in repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining the Harvey facility. This individual will also be responsible for assisting with training others in preventive maintenance techniques. Essential responsibilities will include:

• Performing various Preventive Maintenance activities, completing work orders, and recording information in Manager+.
• Troubleshooting motor control systems and replacing defective devices such as fuses, motor starters, relays, power supplies, etc.
• Troubleshooting 3-phase and 1-phase equipment including pumps, agitators, air-compressors, hydraulic system, packaging equipment.
• Troubleshooting plant instrumentation such as flow meters, level meters, flow switches, temperature transmitters, and pressure transmitters.
• Troubleshooting PLC controlled automated systems including actuated valves and associated interlocks.
• Maintaining systems to be mechanically compliant with the state of Illinois such as the Facility Fire System, Steam boilers, and Elevator lifts.
• Repairing and replacing various types of mechanical seals in fluid power equipment.
• Fabrication and piping skills such as welding and piping assembly.
• Repairing mobile equipment such as forklifts, aerial lifts, pallet-lifting equipment.
• Working in a safe manner following all site safety procedures and work permit processes.
• Responding and correcting ASRS fault codes as well as interfacing with Savannah, the warehouse management system.
• Performing electrical tasks such as unwiring/wiring of different pieces of electrical equipment like motors, drives, valves, lights, contactors, ballasts, and instrumentation devices.
• Troubleshooting fault alarms to determine the problem and solution, as well as assisting operations in the FT Batch program.
• Assist in other departmental duties as needed.

Qualifications we are looking for:

• High School Diploma and 5+ years of experience
• Technical School Certification is a plus.
• Experience in automation and fabrication required.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• High Proficiency in electrical systems.
• High Proficiency in plumbing systems.
• Experience with programming PLCs.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical schematics. Examples include single line drawings and electrical ladder diagrams, as well as mechanical drawings such as isometric, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical cross sectional drawings.
• Experience with Welding and Piping Assembly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

These are your benefits:

Fuchs offers a challenging and rewarding working environment where employees are encouraged to develop and grow as professionals. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on projects that will expand your experience and challenge your abilities in the global marketplace. The position also offers an excellent compensation package and a comprehensive suite of benefits.

Fuchs Lubricants Co. is an equal employment opportunity (EEO)/AA employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace (m/f/d/v).

Come be seen at FUCHS – join our team and move the world with us!
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