Maintenance Mechanic-2nd shift

Champion Packaging & Distribution Inc. is a privately held company with over 30 years of success as a quality household cleaner manufacturer. The position is located at our production facility in Woodridge, IL. The successful candidate will have a strong electrical and mechanical background.

About the role

Primary responsibilities include troubleshooting and repair of industrial packaging equipment, and repair of facilities support equipment, all with a high priority on maintenance and safety. Work from daily job assignments, prints, schematics, wiring diagrams, facility check sheets, machine manuals, sketches, preventive maintenance sheets, and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment breakdowns involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
• Tear down equipment, rebuild, and replace defective parts and component units such as: motors, gear boxes, clutches, bearings, and electrical units; reassemble and make final equipment adjustments.
• Simplify and improve changeover procedures.
• Assist line workers in the changeover process.
• Set up fill lines for production runs.
• Perform changeovers and setups on assigned equipment and/or lines.
• Repair machinery and related equipment.
• Dismantle defective equipment and install new or repaired parts.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures, including personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist supervisor with the operation of all production lines.
• Interact with various levels of senior management and management.
• Participate in special projects, meetings, and/or other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three (3) years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems.
• Ability to provide a set of basic mechanic's hand tools to function.
• Ability to work overtime when necessary and weekends when required.
• Able to lift up to 55 pounds, good visual accuracy, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of electricity both AC (480-120v) and DC (180-low voltage controls).
• Good troubleshooting skills in electricity and mechanical (pneumatic, gearboxes, hydraulic, and cam type).
• Self-starter who works well under fast-paced conditions.
• Able to be on their feet for long periods of time (80-90% of shift walking and answering calls).
• 3+ years of mechanical maintenance experience as well as knowledge of production equipment mechanical operations in a manufacturing environment.
• The ability to lift and move 40-60 lbs.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• The ability to meet fast-paced goals and standards.

Skills

Equipment to be familiar with: carton erectors, carton sealers, liquid fillers, case packers, palletizers, cappers, conveyors, labelers, etc. The ideal candidate will also have blow molding experience with either Uniloy or Bekum blow molders.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Paid weekly
• Benefits on 1st day of hire

Schedule

2nd shift hours (3:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.), Monday through Friday. Overtime as needed.