Maintenance Technician/Mechanic

Job Title : Maintenance Technician / Mechanic

Work Location : Franklin Park, IL

Department : Manufacturing

Shift : Day & Night Shift available (7am - 7 : 30 pm or 7 : 00 pm - 7 : 30 am)

Shift Differential : $1.00

Position Summary :

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, this role will service molding machines and auxiliary equipment. This position will be responsible for standard operating / production procedures, safety, quality control, cost control and continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department. This position will provide maintenance support to all areas of operation and will be responsible for both preventative and reactive maintenance efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Support, comply and ensure complicity 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.
• Assists in troubleshooting and repairing 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.
• Performs scheduled planned preventative maintenance procedures.
• Assists other personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Helps with maintaining company required equipment performance 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.

Education and Work Experience Requirements

Physical Requirements

20 / 40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required