Night Shift PLC Maintenance Technician - Up to $42/hr

Pregis; Illinois; On-site; USD 94,558,000 - 120,347,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Paid training and developmentopportuni

Job summary

Pregis is hiring a Maintenance Technician for our Elgin manufacturing team. This role is ideal for mechanically inclined professionals who enjoy troubleshooting equipment, solving problems, and supporting production operations in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers a night shift 5:00 PM–5:00 AM on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule with pay of $33.00–$42.00 per hour, based on experience. Candidates must have PLC certification and at least 1 year of maintenance experience in manufacturing, along

Qualifications

• PLC certification required
• Minimum of 1 year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Experience working with preventive maintenance programs and work order systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and measuring devices
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, preventive, and emergency maintenance on production equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Support utility systems and production support equipment
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions
• Perform equipment adjustments and repairs to minimize downtime
• Communicate equipment concerns and repair status with production and maintenance teams
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and automation systems
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and technical documentation
• Support continuous operation of automated manufacturing equipment
• Document maintenance activities in the CMMS/work order system
• Track equipment performance and maintenance history
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and completed work orders
• Monitor and report replacement part usage and inventory levels
• Follow all OSHA, company safety, MSS, and SOP requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Support sanitation and housekeeping standards
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote a strong safety-first culture

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical

Electrical

Hydraulic

Pneumatic

PLC troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or Technical Training

Tools

CMMS systems

Technical drawings & schematics

Job description

Pregis is hiring a Maintenance Technician for our Elgin manufacturing team. This role is ideal for mechanically inclined professionals who enjoy troubleshooting equipment, solving problems, and supporting production operations in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers a night shift 5:00 PM–5:00 AM on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule with pay of $33.00–$42.00 per hour, based on experience. Candidates must have PLC certification and at least 1 year of maintenance experience in manufacturing, along