Maintenance Technician III

Fischer-Paper-Products-Inc-2; Antioch (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Personal Time Off

Career Development

Modern Facility

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Fischer Paper Products in Antioch, IL seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician III for the night shift to keep manufacturing equipment running at peak performance. You’ll participate in preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex systems, and support plant safety and quality programs.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial maintenance, read schematics, and are comfortable with PLCs, VFDs, and robotics integration to improve reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years industrial maintenance in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose issues and reduce downtime through problem solving.
• Read electrical schematics and manuals to support repairs.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Support facility, utility, and building maintenance needs.
• Follow safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Ensure GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and food safety standards.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Blueprints reading

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Tools

PLC hardware

VFDs

HMI systems

Job description

Here's your job posting with a professional Electrical, Automation & Robotics Experience Preferred section added:

Now Hiring: Maintenance Technician III – Night Shift
Fischer Paper Products | Antioch, IL

Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician looking for a stable career with a growing manufacturer that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement?

At Fischer Paper Products, we're committed to producing high-quality food-safe paper products while investing in our employees' growth and success. We are currently seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician III to support our overnight manufacturing operations and help keep our equipment running at peak performance.

Monday - Thursday | 8:10 PM - 6:30 AM
Fridays as needed based on business demands

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our Maintenance Team, you'll play a critical role in supporting production by:

• Performing preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Diagnosing equipment issues and reducing downtime through effective problem‑solving
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical drawings
• Assisting with equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and work orders
• Supporting facility, utility, and building maintenance needs
• Following all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements
• Ensuring compliance with GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Collaborating with production teams to improve reliability, efficiency, and performance

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems preferred
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and schematics
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
• Self‑motivated, dependable, and solution‑oriented mindset

Preferred Electrical, Automation & Robotics Experience

• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems (120V, 240V, and 480V)
• Knowledge of motor controls, VFDs, sensors, relays, and control circuits
• Experience working with PLCs and industrial automation systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Experience troubleshooting and supporting robotic or automated manufacturing equipment
• Familiarity with HMI systems, controls integration, and automated production lines
• Understanding of electrical safety standards and preventive maintenance practices
• Technical certifications, training, or education in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Robotics, Automation, or related fields are a plus

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Personal Time Off
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Modern, clean manufacturing environment
• Collaborative culture focused on safety, respect, and continuous improvement

Fischer Paper Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Pre-employment drug screening required.