Maintenance Technician - Stellar Manufacturing

LESLIES ISLE OF WIGHT LIMITED; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life and AD&D insurance

Short/long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Floating personal day

Employee assistance program

Wage advances

Job summary

Stellar Manufacturing, an affiliate of Leslie’s, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support chemical manufacturing operations. This hands-on role installs, maintains, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and production equipment to keep plant operations safe, efficient, and reliable.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused with experience in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting in an industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and speak English to document issues and logs.
• Minimum of three years as a maintenance mechanic or related coursework.
• Able to read blueprints and schematics and perform basic math.
• Experience with drill presses, hand tools, micrometers, and welding.
• Willing to work safely and in environments with chemical exposure.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment, troubleshoot issues, and test performance.
• Review and complete work orders; seek clarification when needed.
• Set up drill presses, grinders, and metalworking tools to fabricate or repair parts.
• Repair, rebuild, and adjust equipment including mechanical and control components.
• Install machinery and instruments; perform preventive maintenance.
• Document activities in the preventive maintenance system.
• Coordinate with supervisor to initiate purchase orders for parts.
• Maintain accurate logbook entries; ensure proper labeling and chemical handling.
• Suggest improvements to equipment performance and maintenance processes.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

English proficiency

Blueprint reading

Math skills

PPE safety

Physical stamina

Troubleshooting

Education

Relevant technical coursework

High school diploma

Tools

Drill presses

Hand tools

Micrometers

Welding equipment

Drafting tools

Job description

DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH A LESLIE'S COMPANY:

In September 2022, Stellar Manufacturing was acquired by Leslie's as an affiliate. Stellar Manufacturing is a contract manufacturer of solid particle products and specializes in chemical processing services such as specialty tableting, compaction granulation, and granular filling. We support the manufacturing of a variety of consumer and industrial products including water treatment chemicals, janitorial and sanitation products, agrochemicals, raw materials, and more. With over 30 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. Both Leslie's and Stellar strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Stellar.

Job Overview

Stellar Manufacturing, an affiliate of Leslie’s, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our chemical manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, safety-focused, and experienced in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and equipment repair in an industrial environment.

Compensation Range: $32.00 - $35.00

Compensation within range to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge and skills, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment to troubleshoot issues and test performance.


• Review and complete work orders accurately; seek clarification when needed.


• Set up and operate drill presses, grinders, and other metalworking tools to fabricate or repair parts.


• Repair, rebuild, and adjust equipment, including mechanical and control components.


• Install machinery, equipment, devices, and instruments.


• Perform preventive maintenance, including lubrication, filter changes, inspections, and cleaning; document activities in the preventive maintenance system.


• Coordinate with the supervisor to initiate purchase orders for parts and equipment.


• Maintain accurate logbook entries to document maintenance activities and equipment issues.


• Ensure compliance with plant labeling requirements and proper chemical handling.


• Recommend improvements to equipment performance and maintenance processes.


• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and speak English to document issues, complete logs, and understand technical manuals and parts catalogs.


• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a maintenance mechanic or completion of relevant technical coursework.


• Perform basic math, take accurate measurements, and read blueprints and/or schematics.


• Experience using tools and equipment such as drill presses, hand tools, micrometers, welding equipment, and drafting tools.


• Basic computer proficiency.


• Perform physical tasks including standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling for extended periods.


• Lift up to 100 pounds and work in confined or uncomfortable positions.


• Work safely in environments with potential chemical exposure.


• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators.


• Work in both hot and cold conditions.

Leslie's Provides a Robust Benefits Package, Including

• Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options.


• Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option).


• Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts.


• Company‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance.


• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.


• Company‑paid short‑term disability and voluntary long‑term disability insurance.


• Pre‑tax and Roth 401(k) with company match.


• Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.


• Paid holidays, including a floating personal day.


• Employee assistance and wellness programs.


• Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday.


• Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores.

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.

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