Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

PLZ Corp; Coal City, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k match

Paid time off

Bonus program

Job summary

PLZ Corp is seeking a maintenance technician to support plant operations by effectively maintaining and repairing equipment and facilities. The role focuses on troubleshooting conveyor and manufacturing equipment, repairing mechanical parts, and performing electrical adjustments.

You will operate machining tools, assist in major overhauls, and apply knowledge of HVAC systems while maintaining safety and efficiency. Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude demonstrated in hands-on maintenance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Sharp attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, adjust and repair conveyor equipment, manufacturing equipment, and facilities equipment as required.
• Repair, fabricate, and install mechanical parts when feasible
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of equipment, controls, and other electrical peripherals
• Knowledge of 3 phase, motor controls, frequency drives, and PLC controls
• Operate machining equipment such as mill, lathe, drill press, small hand tools, etc
• Perform and/or assist in major overhaul of production and fill room equipment, conveyors, hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders
• Working knowledge of and ability to repair HVAC system
• Perform visual daily walk around inspection of plant equipment and facilities
• Perform preventative maintenance of equipment daily, weekly, or monthly basis or as required
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Must have mechanical aptitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess and demonstrate mechanical aptitude
• Sharp attention to detail in favor of identifying defects
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable operations and most importantly, the development of our people. Whether at our manufacturing facilities or corporate headquarters, PLZ prioritizes health and safety, and offers you the support you need to create the career you want, through engagement, equity and inclusion, and opportunity.

From household cleaning solutions to personal care products, and food to automotive lubricants, PLZ produces more than 2,500 different aerosol and liquid products in our facilities across the continent. We know that being the partner of choice for our clients starts with being the partner of choice for our employees. Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit https://youtu.be/XYNIFpLQIJY

JOB SUMMARY:

Support plant operations by effectively maintaining and repairing equipment and facilities.

Key Responsibility:

• Troubleshoot, adjust and repair conveyor equipment, manufacturing equipment, and facilities equipment as required. Equipment examples: date coders, ball droppers, multi-head fillers, valve droppers, multi-head gassers, crimpers, labelers, cappers, tubers, spouter, conveyors (belt and chain), case sealers, forklift trucks and hydraulic pneumatic systems
• Repair, fabricate, and install mechanical parts when feasible
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting adjustment and repair of equipment, controls, and other electrical peripherals
• Knowledge 3 Phase, motor controls, frequency drives, and PLC controls
• Able to operate machining equipment such as mill, lathe, drill press, small hand tools, etc
• Perform and/or assist in major overhaul of production and fill room equipment, conveyors (belt and chain drive), hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, etc
• Working knowledge of and ability to repair HVAC system
• Perform visual daily walk around inspection of plant equipment and facilities
• Perform preventative maintenance of equipment daily, weekly, or monthly basis or as required
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Must have mechanical aptitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess and demonstrate mechanical aptitude
• Sharp attention to detail in favor of identifying defects
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines

Qualifications:

High school diploma preferred

Compensation:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $24/hr up to $32/hr. plus $1 of shift differential. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

PLZ Corp offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Company paid Life and Short-Term disability.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance.
• 401k & company provided match.
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus incentive programs (Note, bonuses are subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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