Maintenance Technician

PlanetArt; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Vacation, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, N7

Employee Product Discounts

Job summary

PlanetArt is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance department in the Woodridge area. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing production equipment, with extended hours and possible second shift during peak periods.

Responsibilities include servicing laser engravers, embroidery machines, digital printers and conveyors, plus general facilities upkeep and safety compliance. Local relocation is a consideration for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 3 years proven mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting experience
• High School Degree required; Associate’s or technical degree preferred
• Experience with all mechanical aspects of production equipment troubleshooting, maintenance and repair
• Effective communication skills; ability to work with others and prioritize with little supervision
• Experience using small hand and power tools
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Able to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing ladders

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production equipment including laser engravers, embroidery machines, digital printers, conveyors and more
• Exterior facility maintenance may be required
• Support maintenance of conveyors and other systems
• Follow procedures and safety protocols; maintain documentation as needed

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Use of hand & power tools

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or technical degree

Tools

Conveyors maintenance tools

Electrical troubleshooting tools

Blue-print reading tools

Job description

Company and Vision

PlanetArt’s vision is to be the leading seller of personalized and make-on-demand products worldwide. We provide consumers with unmatched tools and content and an unparalleled end-to-end customer experience that result in high-quality, meaningful finished products and memorable celebrations of live events.

The company’s brands include the popular FreePrints and FreePrints Photobooks apps and the industry leading SimplytoImpress card and stationery site, as well as Personal Creations, CafePress and ISeeMe! Visit www.planetart.com to learn more about our brands.

We have more than 500 team members across multiple offices, primarily in Calabasas CA, San Diego CA, Woodridge IL, Minneapolis, MN and Pleasanton, CA. We also have team members in two company-owned offices in China, as well as in Europe.

Job Overview

PlanetArt is looking for a Maintenance Technician to support the company’s Maintenance department. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and repairing all facility equipment in the production area.

Extended hours include scheduled 10- and 12-hour days as well as scheduled weekend hours during all peak periods. May be required to transfer to 2nd shift during peak periods.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be local to or willing to relocate to the Woodridge area.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

Some duties will extend to include exterior maintenance of the facility. Production equipment includes Laser engravers, embroidery machines, digital printers, conveyors, minor facilities and building maintenance, and more.

What You Should Have

Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements

• 3 years Proven mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting skills required – or any combination of education, training, or maintenance experience.
• High School Degree required. Associate’s or technical degree preferred. Facilities maintenance skills a plus
• Experience with all mechanical aspects of production equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Effective communication skills are needed, with the ability to work well with others, possess the skills necessary to monitor and follow up with procedures, be a self-starter, and be able to prioritize tasks with little supervision.
• Experience using small hand and power tools
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Able to complete various physical tasks such as climbing ladders, lifting, pulling, pushing, kneeling, or bending

Preferred:

• Prior experience with maintenance ticketing systems.
• Basic mechanics training
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Maintenance and repair of conveyor systems
• Experience repairing ink jet printers, embroidery machines, laser engravers
• Ability to read and follow blue-print designs
• OSHA certifications or other formal safety training related to the manufacturing industry

What You Can Expect

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a fast-paced warehouse environment with exposure to heavy machinery, dust,fluctuating temperatures and moderate noise levels
• Position involves working around machinery with moving parts
• The position may require alternating shifts, depending on volume
• Position requires regular lifting of up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Position requires movement of items from machinery to other locations
• Position requires regular handling of materials, packaging, lifting, pulling, pushing, bending
• Frequent sustained walking and /or standing for prolonged periods of time

The compensation range for this position is $28 - $36 hourly rate

PlanetArt offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Vacation, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Employee Product Discounts