Maintenance Mechanic - Blow Molding & Packaging

Randstad USA; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Strong advancement opportunities

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support blow molding, liquid filling, and downstream packaging operations in a fast-paced manufacturing facility in Woodridge, IL. This role minimizes downtime and ensures safe, reliable operation of production equipment across all shifts.

Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience with blow mold machines, fillers, cappers, conveyors, and packaging systems.

Qualifications

• 4 years industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and gearboxes
• Electrical troubleshooting experience (motors, sensors, relays, solenoids, pushbuttons)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable standing/walking most of the shift and lifting up to 55 lbs
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic failures
• Troubleshoot and service blow molding equipment (Uniloy, Bekum, or similar)
• Maintain liquid fillers, cappers, sealers, labelers, conveyors, case packers, and palletizers
• Tear down and rebuild motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, clutches, valves, and cylinders
• Work with AC (480V–120V) and low-voltage DC control circuits
• Perform machine setups, adjustments, and changeovers for molds, bottles, and packaging formats
• Make mechanical adjustments for fill volume, torque, speed, and alignment
• Support operators and supervisors during production runs
• Improve changeover efficiency and reduce unplanned downtime
• Perform scheduled PMs on production and support equipment
• Inspect, lubricate, adjust, and calibrate components
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Participate in equipment upgrades and improvement projects
• Maintain compressors, dryers, chillers, pumps, and conveyors
• Follow all safety procedures, LOTO, and PPE requirements
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation accurately

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Gearboxes

Electrical troubleshooting

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Education

High School

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Uniloy

Bekum

Conveyors

Job description

Randstad is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support blow molding, liquid filling, and downstream packaging operations in a fast-paced manufacturing facility in Woodridge, IL. This role minimizes downtime and ensures safe, reliable operation of production equipment across all shifts.

Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience with blow mold machines, fillers, cappers, conveyors, and packaging systems.