Mechanical Technician

About the role

Assists in the production of quality parts by ensuring production machines are well‑maintained. Located in Carol Stream, Illinois, USA.

Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication and assembly of new or modified mechanical components to improve production processes.
• Work from patterns and drawings, using a variety of tools and machines to make metal parts or full assembly components.
• Provide input into machine improvements and assist engineers with poka yoke (mistake‑proofing) implementation, initial diagram development, and design modification.
• Perform operations relating to testing, inspecting, and modifying equipment in the manufacturing department to improve manufacturing capabilities.
• Make recommendations for changes in product, process, or method.
• Comply with IATF 16949 & ISO 14001 requirements, safety regulations, and maintain clean and orderly work areas – perform 5S cleaning responsibilities.

Requirements

• Two‑year technical degree or equivalent training gained through related work experience.
• At least two years of previous experience working as a Mechanical Technician in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Oral and written communication skills with trades persons, supervisors, operators, and trainers.
• Ability to pass written tests for training.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• Strong focus on safety.
• Experience with induction heat treat and CNC equipment OR steel forging equipment (a plus).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or the Toyota Production System (a plus).
• Understanding of basic electric circuitry.
• Basic fabricating skills (miter cuts, tube bending, etc.).

Work Environment

The noise level is usually moderate. Required personal protective equipment includes bump caps, steel‑toe safety shoes, and safety glasses in all production areas; hearing protection in specific areas. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Physical Demands

While performing duties, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, industrial hazards, chemicals, vibration, and loud noises. Must wear safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical‑resistant gloves, and bump caps on the production floor; other PPE may be required. Job requires a minimum 40‑hour workweek with possible overtime. Pace is steady and fast. Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and talk or hear. Must regularly lift/move up to 10 lb, frequently up to 25 lb, and occasionally up to 50 lb. Sufficient vision needed to see details at close range to pass inspection tests of finished parts.

Pay

Starting wage: $25.00 per hour. A 2nd‑shift differential adds $2.00 per hour and a 3rd‑shift differential adds $3.00 per hour. The actual base pay offered will be based on job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity; hires are not typically made at or near the top of the range.

Benefits

• Choice of medical plans
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with separate company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement eligibility