Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Mauser; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,950 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Mauser in Chicago is seeking a skilled technician to set up, repair and maintain press line equipment. The ideal candidate will possess 2-3 years of experience in maintenance and repair, with a strong understanding of operational procedures and safety requirements.

The position offers a competitive pay rate of $29-42 per hour, depending on the candidate's experience and skills. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental, is also available.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of repair procedures and equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Set up, repair, and maintain press line equipment.
• Instruct and assist operators as necessary.
• Monitor operations and ensure quality units are produced.

Skills

Repair procedures knowledge

Ability to use precision measuring instruments

Analytical skills

Problem-solving and judgment

Education

2-3 years’ experience

Applied trades training equivalent

Tools

Precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers)

Hand tools

Forklift truck

Job description

Essential Functions of the Position

The following is a list of specific duties which are considered the essential functions of this job. The list is not exhaustive, as all positions at Mauser are dynamic. The employee who occupies this position is expected to assume any / all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list.

• Perform duties to set up, repair and maintain press line equipment.
• Work from blueprints, manuals, schedule and instructions.
• Set up and maintain equipment such as punch presses, conveyor systems, compo liners, curlers and automatic tape machines.
• Set tooling and make a variety of equipment adjustments.
• Operate equipment, run sample units, check units and make required operating adjustments.
• Instruct and assist operators as necessary.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, diagnose problems, disassemble, determine extent of repairs necessary, obtain or requisition parts, assemble, test and make.
• Maintain equipment, clean and lubricate equipment and maintain automatic lube systems.
• Monitor press line operations and check quality of units being produced.
• Fill out required maintenance records.

Additional Responsibilities

• Notify supervisor of unusual equipment or operating problems.
• Help relieve operators for lunch and break.
• Use various precision measuring instruments, common hand and hand power tools, hand carts and forklift truck.
• Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Scope

• As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways.
• Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative.
• Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.
• Assisting Maintenance. A majority of critical thinking tasks can be completed effectively.

Education and Experience Requirements

2-3 years’ experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of repair procedures and equipment operation, equivalent to 1-2 years applied trades training.
• Use mathematics together with the analytical use of complicated prints.
• Use various types of precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to exercise judgment.
• Must comply with quality, PPE requirements and safety and understand the importance of complying with safety policies and procedures.

Physical/Visual Demands/Work Environment

Physical and visual activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Physical agility and strength.

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions

Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Inside conditions, extremes of heat (100+ seasonal), exposure to humidity, working in tight areas, high noise levels from production environment, including some exposure to outside weather elements, oil and dirt.

“Commonly associated” is not intended to mean always or only. There may be different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.

Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.

The payrate is $29‑42/hour. The exact salary offered will depend on the selected candidate's experience, work location, skills, etc.