Maintenance Mechanic / Machine Operator

Electrical Automation Services; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services is seeking a Production Line Mechanic/Technician for night shifts in Illinois. You will diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on high-speed packaging lines and support preventative maintenance.

The role requires at least two years of relevant experience or an equivalent technical degree, with preference for packaging can/coil equipment familiarity. Candidates must be able to work nights, weekends as needed, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Two years of Production Line Mechanic/Technician experience preferred or an equivalent technical degree/education.
• Packaging and steel aerosol can or aluminum can equipment experience is a plus.
• Understanding of automation principles and controls logic is a plus.
• Ability to use maintenance shop equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems on high-speed production line equipment (drive systems, conveyors, hydraulics and pneumatics).
• Troubleshoot electrical problems on packaging/processing equipment (wiring, circuits, fuses, switches, motors, drives) with Electrical staff.
• Complete routine preventative maintenance safely, cost effectively and on time.
• Support food safety, quality and continuous improvement activities.
• Request design/fabrication of replacement parts or equipment as needed.
• Lead to consult with internal resources to resolve issues and improve equipment.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and keep spaces free of debris.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical work

Automation concepts

Maintenance tools

Education

Technical degree or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance shop equipment

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES-Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems with high-speed production line equipment (e.g., mechanical drive systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, conveyors).-Working with Electrical staff, troubleshoot and repair electrical problems with packaging/processing equipment such as wiring, circuits, fuses, switches, motors and drives.-Complete routine preventative maintenance tasks safely, cost effectively and on time.-Support food safety, quality and continuous improvement activities.-Request the design/fabrication of replacement parts or equipment as needed.-Take lead to consult with internal resources to resolve issues and make improvements to equipment.-Maintain a clean and orderly work area ensuring workspace and storage areas are free from debris and clutter.SHIFTThe hours are: 7pm-1am or 1am-7am on Monday, OFF Tuesday 12 hours shift Wednesday, and then Thursday and Friday or Saturday Sunday 12hr shift – 7pm – 7am. Weekends required (alternating shift, switches each week.)Shifts can also be traded with like trained teammates. We pay OT after 40 hours in a week, and Double Time after 48 hours in a week. We’ve never had a layoff and we are looking to add great teammates to our existing strong team.REQUIREMENTS-Two years previous Production Line Mechanic or Technician experience preferred, OR equivalent technical degree or education.-Packaging and steel aerosol can or aluminum can making equipment experience is a plus.-Understanding of automation principles and controls logic is a plus.-Ability to use Maintenance Shop equipment is a plus.-Must be able to stand on your feet for the majority of the day and work in hot conditions, as well as crawl under lines and climb ladders.-Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.-Must be able to work occasional weekends if necessary.-Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.Benefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insurancePeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyApplication Question(s):Are you open to a 7 PM- 7AM schedule working 42-48 hours a week? Days are Tuesday Wednesday Thursday with a half day on Monday.Shift availability:Overnight Shift (Preferred)Night Shift (Preferred)Work Location: In person