Maintenance Technician

MTR.vet; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Generous vacation

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Parental leave

Job summary

A maintenance and technical recruiting firm in Tinley Park, Illinois is seeking a Maintenance Technician 3. This role involves maintaining high-tech equipment, troubleshooting issues, and leading special projects such as machinery installations. Candidates should have a technical certificate and over 5 years of experience in injection molding maintenance. The company offers competitive pay, generous time off, and a comprehensive benefits program that promotes career growth and family support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance role with injection molding experience.
• Able to read ladder logic for PLC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance for high-tech and critical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair functionality issues.
• Lead special projects including machinery installations and refurbishments.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Project leadership

Collaboration

Root cause analysis

Education

Technical Certificate or Degree

Tools

PLC systems

Injection molding machines

Job description

Military Technical Recruiting (MTR.vet) | Full time

• Additional Comp OT for both shifts, and for Swing Shift, $5K sign-on and 15% shift differential
• Job Type Full time

Job Description

As a Maintenance Technician 3, you'll be the go-to expert for maintaining high-tech equipment and critical machinery. Your role involves performing preventive maintenance, including precision adjustments and replacement of delicate parts, as well as conducting in-depth troubleshooting and repairs to ensure optimal performance. You’ll also lead projects, from machinery installations to layout modifications. Your decisions will drive efficiency, prioritize customer satisfaction, and ensure adherence to quality standards.

What You Will Do

Corrective Maintenance

• Diagnose and repair functionality issues to ensure optimal working conditions.
• Provide feedback to supervisors on problems detected during maintenance.
• Implement solutions that reduce failure incidents.
• Repair extruder and injection molding machines.

Maintenance Work Request

• Execute specialized maintenance requests and collaborate with requesters to gather information and deliver effective support.
• Track materials, spare parts, and chemicals to ensure timely delivery.

Preventive Maintenance

• Perform preventive maintenance for high-tech and critical equipment.
• Conduct predictive maintenance activities and report any issues.
• Recommend improvements to enhance the Preventive Maintenance Program.

Special Projects

• Lead special projects, including machinery installations, layout modifications, and equipment refurbishments.
• Utilize A3 analysis to identify root causes and facilitate Kaizen events for problem-solving.

Requirements

What You Will Bring

• Education: Technical Certificate or Degree required. (Industrial, multi-craft maintenance)
• Experience: 5+ years in a maintenance role with injection molding experience.
• PLC Knowledge: Able to read ladder logic.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more.
• Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.
• Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.
• Parental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future.