Industrial Maintenance Technician

A Manufacturing Company In Aurora, IL is seeking Experienced Industrial Maintenance Technicians to join their team!

FULL TIME 1st Shift Opportunity!!

Business Need / Purpose of Role:

Must have skills for machine/equipment Set-up, adjust and operate plant equipment according with approved specifications, drawings, and other related SOPs. Furthermore you will complete equipment documentation records as required, and write and perform preventive maintenance (PM).

Objectives & Measurement Key Responsibilities and Specific Accountabilities:

• Must have basic mechanical knowledge of machine operation (2D, 3D, press break, kuris, etc.)

• Familiar with machine repair using blueprints and instructions to replace fixtures, gauges and parts

• Adjust machines for production as needed

• Able to support in the installation of new equipment including hook up of electrical power, gas, water, air, etc.

• Maintain and install piping, fittings, valves, gauges, and other controls for hydraulic systems, gas, and air lines

• Ability to read schematics and blueprints

• Support machines for production when adjustment is beyond the scope of the operator

• Trouble shoot machinery electrical components

• Understand required instruments/parts to troubleshoot based on machine errors

• Ability to plan and lay out work, to determine accuracy and efficiency methods and diagnoses while correcting difficulties to minimize production interruptions

• Works with contractors and vendors

• Restores repaired area by cleaning debris/waste and practicing 5S

• Makes rounds for inspection to make sure equipment is being properly utilized and unaltered standards

• Observes equipment appearance and condition and makes reports of needed repairs, safety hazards, or conditions requiring outside vendor or services

• Other duties as needed/required to meet goals

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

-Five years’ experience in mechanical repair

-Experience with metal fabrication

-Ability to effectively read and interpret blueprints

-Perform tasks with limited or no supervision

-Maintains accuracy and attention to detail always and completes tasks in a timely manner

-Knowledge of dimensional, visual, and mechanical processes

-Excellent communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking and understanding)

-Critical thinker with basic mechanical skills and no physical limitations for lifting, pushing, and pulling

-Positive attitude and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment

-Proactive and detail-oriented approach to work

-Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

-Mechanical skills and electrical repair knowledge.

-Working experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical (480v), and preventive maintenance in a manufacturing environment

-Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

-Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.

-PLC experience is a plus

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

-High school diploma or equivalent required

-Ability to make quick decisions

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

-Ability to read, analyze, interpret documents, and respond to common inquiries or complaints.

-Ability to write and communicate effectively with team members and customers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

-Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

-Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Analytical skills. Procedural skills. Planning and problem-solving ability. Computer literate. Comprehensive organization, oral and written communication, motivation, human relations, records keeping, problem-solving and follow-through skills. Open minded, positive mindset. Personal and social skills.

Ability to promote and maintain positive relationships. Good work ethic - proactive. Hands-on approach – personal involvement. Work effectively as a team member, but also capable of leading. Confidence in own abilities and capable of acting decisively. Ability to project and maintain professionalism with a diversity of people inside and outside the Company. Must command respect. Willingness to accept responsibility and accountability. Willingness and ability to travel as necessary. Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations and maintain attention to detail. Must have a passion for the business and the “will” to succeed.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS:

Accurate use of metrology instruments. Measure products with rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers. Operate electronic inspection equipment and software. Perform data entry and information retrieval using Microsoft Office and other software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch.

The employee is required to lift to ten pounds, and occasionally required to lift up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, and occasionally in high, precarious places and darkness or poor lighting. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat, sudden temperature changes, and vibration. Loud noise.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Project Management - Coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing People – Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; makes self-available to team members; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; fosters quality focus in others; improves processes, products and services.; continually works to improve leadership skills.

Building Effective Teams – Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; allows for others to be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Please call Express Employment Professionals North Aurora at 630-429-9113 for more information.

You should be proficient in:

• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• High Voltage Systems
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Machine Safety Inspections

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)