Maintenance Mechanic 1

HuFriedyGroup; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dental instrument manufacturing is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to join their team. This role involves a variety of facility and equipment repair tasks, ensuring that all machinery operates at peak performance. You will be responsible for preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting the installation of new production equipment. The company values safety and quality, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. If you have a passion for maintenance and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K Match

Quarterly Bonuses

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company Holidays

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and technical manuals for maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on various equipment and systems.
• Analyze and determine necessary repairs based on operational messages.

Skills

Electrical Schematics Interpretation

Troubleshooting Skills

Mechanical Skills

Pneumatic Systems Knowledge

Hydraulic Systems Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Certification

Tools

Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)

CNC Control Panels

Maintenance Documentation Software

Job description

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Base pay range

$24.40/hr - $34.20/hr

Join Our Team at HuFriedyGroup – Innovating Excellence in Dental Instrument Manufacturing

HuFriedyGroup is a leading manufacturer of dental instruments and infection prevention products. Our 10,000-plus products, hand-crafted by highly skilled artisans, are known for their precision, performance, longevity, reliability, and quality. To help dental professionals be The Best in Practice, HuFriedyGroup provides a unique combination of world class products, value-added services, clinical education, and dental community platforms that result in superior clinician performance and enhanced safety for dental professionals and their patients. Working at HuFriedyGroup is so much more than a job, as every employee has a part in driving and supporting the organization’s inspirational vision to be a global force in advancing dental performance through Best-In-Practice dentistry that improves lives around the world.

Position Summary

This position will require conducting a variety of facility and equipment repair tasks involving technical and maintenance skills. This individual will support the facility's manufacturing activities by ensuring equipment is maintained and/or repaired promptly. Communication skills, both oral and written, are required to communicate findings clearly and concisely. Each maintenance activity will be approached in such a manner to ensure safety is the number one priority. Mechanics will support the installation, testing, and validation of new production equipment procured to meet the needs of the various production facilities.

Benefits

Healthcare, Vision, Dental, 401K Match, Quarterly Bonuses, PTO, Company Holidays

Duties

• Perform preventive maintenance, on manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment utilizing blueprints, technical manuals, or manufacturer specifications. Utility systems for facility and building-related items. This could involve electrical, electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, and hydraulics systems. Record results, and recommendations or changes if needed on PM-provided work orders.
• Recognize and perform machine adjustments to the various machine systems, operational interlocks, sensors, energy isolation systems, and other ancillary inputs to machine controls according to Company safety procedures.
• Analyze and determine corrective actions or repairs based on operational and trouble messages provided by Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) Display Monitors, CNC control panels or other similar display panels.
• Maintain certifications for calibrated equipment, maintenance documentation, machine history, and all other appropriate documentation.
• Analyze and determine necessary repairs or improvements to the facility and building-related supporting systems, including industrial electrical, pneumatics, plumbing, HVAC, lighting systems, and structural components.
• Assist Engineering with installation, testing, application designs, modifications, and validation of new production equipment.
• Ability to prioritize planned/unplanned work requests based on safety and or production needs for the facility, without direct supervision.
• Clearly understand and follow all Lock Out Tag Out procedures, and Arc Flash requirements as outlined in the HSE procedures.
• Correctly identify replacement machine components, supplies, and suppliers. Make contact, make purchase decisions based on cost and production needs, fill out requisitions or make immediate purchase.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Experience

• Consistent proficiency in the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder diagrams and machine design blueprints. 2 –5 years' experience
• Sound troubleshooting, investigational and follow up skills in areas of electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment. 2 –5 years' experience
• Assist with training other maintenance mechanics. 1-2 year's experience.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility Statement

HuFriedyGroup is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position, participate in the recruitment process, or perform essential job functions, please contact us at 773-868-5534. We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey with HuFriedyGroup!

1st Shift

6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Monday- Friday

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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