Maintenance Technician

About the role

siffron is a leading provider of retail merchandising solutions, specializing in designing and manufacturing innovative display and signage systems. We partner with top brands and retailers across various industries to enhance their product presentation and optimize customer experiences. Our company values innovation and encourages creativity, offering a collaborative work environment that fosters growth and professional development. At siffron, we continue to push boundaries and set new standards in the retail market, establishing itself as an industry leader.

Responsibilities

• Make repairs to equipment, such as extruders, pumps, chillers, HVAC systems, pullers, presses, etc.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Repair and maintain tools, fixtures, and mechanical systems to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and upgrades.
• Make routine checks on equipment; document status; complete necessary reports.
• Repair and maintain physical structures, under supervision, using hand and power tools.
• Complete paint structures, masonry, carpentry, and repairs plumbing fixtures.
• Patch concrete surfaces and perform roof and furniture repairs.
• Install, repair, maintain low-voltage electrical systems, appliances and fixtures.
• Measure, cut, bond, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit.
• Maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of three years of maintenance trades experience within manufacturing environment.
• Electrical experience – up to 480 volts, a must.
• Previous experience with maintenance CMMS, a plus.
• Previous experience with plastic processing equipment, a plus.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to comprehend safety requirements, operating procedures, work instructions, maintenance documentation, and workplace communications.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Ability to work Saturdays, as needed.
• Able to lift 50 pounds repetitively.
• Able to work in a production environment.
• Able to bend and stoop.
• Able to walk, stand and otherwise perform job functions on concrete floors with safety boots/shoes.
• Occasionally exposed to dust, odors, fumes and noise.

Benefits

The hourly range for this role in Des Plaines, IL is $27.34 – $41.01. siffron considers several factors when determining and extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.