Maintenance Mechanic

Job Reference: WM – 3127

Location: Illinois, USA

Salary: $30.00 - $35.00

Job Type: Direct Hire

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanic – Job Summary:

We’re supporting our client, a leading containers manufacturer based in Franklin Park, IL who are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join their growing team. The successful Maintenance Mechanic will have experience of working within a high-volume blow molding / injection molding manufacturing environment.

Salary:                         $30.00 – $35.00

Benefits:                      Healthcare, Dental, Pension, Sick Pay

Job Type:                    Direct Hire

Location:                     Franklin Park, IL

Job Start date:            ASAP

2x Day shift – 7am – 7:30pm, 3x Night shift, 7pm – 7:30am

Responsibilities:

  • Support and ensure compliance with all Health and Safety regulations, Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
  • Informs supervisors and line technicians of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
  • Understand and maintain high standards of tidiness and organization in line with good 5S practices. Will promote and maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment and be responsible for proper material storage and waste disposal.
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic equipment.
  • Monitor, identify and respond promptly to signs of malfunction in machinery such as changes in performance, temperature, sounds or smells.
  • Perform effective diagnosis of breakdowns and timely repair of equipment to maximize availability.
  • Ensure scheduled planned preventative maintenance procedures are performed.
  • Maintains company equipment and maintenance records.
  • Ensure an effective interface & communication with other departmental staff is maintained.
  • Must be receptive to performing functions in multiple areas and perform other duties as required.
  • This position will be predominantly assigned to the indicated shift, but must be able to work any shift and overtime as required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
  • Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
  • Will lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
  • Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
  • 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required
  • Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
  • May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
  • May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)

About You:

  • High school graduate or General Education Degree with a two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program, or 5 years equivalent work-related experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
  • Possess a strong maintenance ability and aptitude to apply mechanical and electrical principles in various troubleshooting and repair activities.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-pace environment.
  • Must demonstrate autonomy- ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Detail oriented- ability to pay attention to minute details of a task.
  • Must be flexible with new ideas and have the ability to work weekends and overtime when necessary.
  • Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures and policies.
  • Ability to read and understand technical manuals and drawings for use in equipment troubleshooting and repair.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Electric and mechanical systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Experience in a high-volume industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Maintain punctual and regular attendance
  • Ability and knowledge to safely operate forklifts, power tools and hand tools.

Job Application:

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