Production Maintenance Technician (f/m/d)

freudenberg; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg is seeking a maintenance professional in the United States for evergreen opportunities across shifts. The role prioritizes experience with plastic injection molding and automation, with duties spanning machine repairs, preventive maintenance, and system calibration.

Applicants should indicate preferred shift and relevant skill set. Additionally, candidates should be comfortable reading schematics, performing diagnostics, and coordinating with engineers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in plastic injection molding, assembly, and/or automation repair.
• Automation candidates: PLC troubleshooting and mechatronics background.
• Injection molding candidates: knowledge of hydraulics, mold temperature controllers, sprue pickers, robots.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics; proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders related to machine repairs.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Identify potential system failures and stock critical components to reduce downtime.
• Conduct system testing and calibration.
• Read technical drawings and schematics.
• Change over on equipment to other products.
• If assigned to Injection Molding - maintain molding machines, PET extrusion lines, and assembly lines.
• If assigned to Automation - install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation systems, robotic arms, PLC systems, and conveyor systems.
• Work with industrial robotic devices, cobots, AGV / AMR, vision systems, electrical systems, and manufacturing automation systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Mechanical

Reading schematics

English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

PLC systems

Robotics

Diagnostics tools

Mold equipment

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

Please note: This is an evergreen posting used to build a talent pool for future opportunities. We may not have an immediate opening at the time of application; however, throughout the year we typically hire across 1st, 2nd, and/or 3rd shifts. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in plastic injection molding and/or automation. To help us better match you with future opportunities, please indicate your preferred shift and relevant skill set (injection molding, automation, or both) in your application.

• Complete work orders related to machine repairs.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance to maximize system uptime and efficiency.
• Identify potential system failures and ensure critical components are stocked for quick repairs to reduce downtime of machines, supporting production demand.
• Conduct system testing and calibration.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Change over on some equipment to other products.
• If assigned to Injection Molding - maintain all facets of injection molding machines, PET fiber extrusion lines, and assembly lines.
• If assigned to Automation - install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation systems, robotic arms, PLC systems, and conveyor systems (non-software related). Work with industrial robotic assembly devices, cobots, AGV / AMR, vision systems, electrical systems, and manufacturing automation systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience in mid to large size production facilities involving plastic injection molding, assembly, and/or automation repair required.
• Those being considered for automation must have technical expertise in electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, and automation systems (mechatronic background), including PLC troubleshooting and repair.
• Those being considered for injection molding must have knowledge of auxiliary equipment - hydraulics, mold temperature controllers, hot runner controllers, sprue pickers, robots, and mold setup.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose and resolve system malfunctions.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with engineers, technicians, and other team members. Ability to work independently on moderately complex tasks.
• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.
• To ensure effective communication and safety in the workplace, candidates must be proficient in English , both spoken and written .

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Household Products LP (USA)