Maintenance Mechanic

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

We currently seek a motivated and enthusiastic Maintenance Mechanic to join the team in our Carol Stream, IL manufacturing facility.


Job Summary:


Responsible for maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment such as lathes, mills, CNC machines, drills, grinders, conveyor belts, furnaces, presses, ovens and other machines within a 66,000 sq ft. manufacturing facility. Provide effective mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical related preventative and regular maintenance services. Solve equipment problems with minimum down time. Must be familiar with hazardous waste oil policy, handling of hazardous acids and bases and lock-out/tag-out procedures. Keep office, production and common areas in functional condition through a combination of equipment and procedures. Monitor facility for extraordinary cleaning situations such as non-hazardous spills and accidents or heavy usage. Works under limited supervision for routine situations. Provides assistance and training to lower level employees. Problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand.

Job Skills and Requirements


The successful candidate should possess the following skills:


Requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Maintenance Technician installing, repairing and maintaining a wide variety of electro-mechanical manufacturing equipment.
Must have high school diploma or equivalent. Vocational or technical education a plus.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and have basic reading, writing and math skills.
Must have proven experience reading facility and production equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics, documentation and fragmentary reference materials.
Must be able to utilize a variety of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic testing and measuring equipment/devices to aid in equipment maintenance and repair.
Must be analytic investigative, creative, thorough, systematic, detail-oriented and safety conscious.
Must have experience using email and the internet.
Must be able to work well with fellow employees and outside vendors.
Must be able to operate a man lift, pass an OSHA forklift driving test and have valid drivers license.

Saint-Gobain Abrasives offers powerful, precise, user-friendly solutions, which enable customers to cut, shape and finish all materials in the most complex and challenging applications. By working closely with end-users and grinding expert partners, Saint-Gobain Abrasives designs and provides customized solutions to secure the best option for performance, cost and safety. Leveraging its global manufacturing presence, Saint-Gobain Abrasives serves its customers locally through its structured sales operations in more than 27 countries while employing more than 10,000 people.


Our manufacturing facility in Carol Stream, IL is 66,000 sq ft. and has 75 employees.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected].

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the local pay range for this position which is $32.40 to $ 38.40 per hour. In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for periodic bonus payments. The targeted bonus amount can be up to $3,200 per year based on company and individual performance measures. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.


Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:


Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)
Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.


Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child and Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Volunteer Day
One pair of company-issued steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses; annually
Tools provided