Plant Electrician - PLC & Maintenance Tech (Overtime)

Pregis; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Job summary

Pregis in Elgin, IL is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled and emergency maintenance on production and utility equipment. You will troubleshoot PLCs and drive systems, read schematics, and document maintenance in CMMS.

Join a modern, state-of-the-art facility with a supportive team culture. Overtime is available, offering opportunities to boost income while building a lasting career with us.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Familiar with maintenance work order systems and technical drawings.
• Proficient with hand and power tools, meters, and material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance on production and utility equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and AC/DC drive systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and technical documents.
• Complete preventive maintenance checks and document work in CMMS.
• Support line systems to ensure smooth operations.
• Communicate equipment issues to maintenance and production teams.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow sanitation protocols.
• Track and report parts usage and inventory levels.
• Follow all safety and compliance standards (OSHA, MSS, SOPs).
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Reading schematics

CMMS documentation

Hand/power tools

Welding and machining

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or technical degree (Mechanics/Electrical/CS)

Tools

CMMS

Technical drawings

Job description

Pregis in Elgin, IL is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled and emergency maintenance on production and utility equipment. You will troubleshoot PLCs and drive systems, read schematics, and document maintenance in CMMS.

Join a modern, state-of-the-art facility with a supportive team culture. Overtime is available, offering opportunities to boost income while building a lasting career with us.