PLC Maintenance Technician – 2-2-3 Shift, Overtime

Rock Entertainment Group; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis in Elgin, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled and emergency maintenance on production and utility equipment in a fast-growing packaging environment. You will troubleshoot PLCs and drive systems, read schematics, complete preventive maintenance in the CMMS, and support line systems while maintaining a clean, safe work area and following OSHA standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a technical degree is preferred; PLC certification is required

Qualifications

• PLC certification is required.
• 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/power tools, meters, and material handling equipment.
• Welding and machining experience is a plus.

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 (lubrication, resin delivery, etc.) 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 certification

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting skills

Read schematics/technical drawings

Hand/power tools

Welding and machining

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Technical degree in Mechanics/Electrical/CS

Tools

CMMS

Meters

Job description

Pregis in Elgin, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled and emergency maintenance on production and utility equipment in a fast-growing packaging environment. You will troubleshoot PLCs and drive systems, read schematics, complete preventive maintenance in the CMMS, and support line systems while maintaining a clean, safe work area and following OSHA standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a technical degree is preferred; PLC certification is required