Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Radienz Living is a leading North American manufacturer of home and personal care products, such as unit dose laundry and dish products, facial wipes, and baby wipes. With manufacturing plants and warehouses in Chicago and Long Island, NY, the company provides customers with private-label solutions and contract manufacturing services for products found in retail and institutional markets. Through its commitment to agility, innovation, trust and reliability, and sustainable creation, Radienz Living is passionate about providing its customers with products that support a cleaner way of living and a more radiant world.

The company has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last two years, focusing on two product lines: Unit Dose products, where it is the undisputed leader in Private Label and Contract Manufacturing, and Personal Care Wipes, where it manufactures the wipes for the country's #1 beauty care brand.

Our commitment to operational excellence is supported by robust quality systems, multiple GMP certifications, and a comprehensive suite of in-house labs—including FDA/EPA-certified microbiology, quality control, chemistry, and R&D facilities. This infrastructure enables us to deliver innovation, safety, and performance at every stage of the product lifecycle.

The Maintenance Mechanic proactively maintains production equipment and facilities for maximum availability. Responds to unscheduled downtime calls as required and makes required repairs to provide maximum availability. Works on trials and special projects, including capital projects as requested. Assists/mentors operators to increase effectiveness and uptime. Always works safely in a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Uses hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments to repair and maintain, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications, machinery and mechanical equipment, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment.
• Maintains machines proactively to support plant / department goals for productivity, waste, quality, and safety.
• Assures guarding, facilities and equipment are in good working order.
• Sets up and operates machine and performs necessary duties to meet manufacturing and quality targets at a minimum after repairs are completed.
• Detects, records and reports defective equipment to the Maintenance Manager/Shift Supervisor.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per instruction.
• May provide support by running production machines as necessary to ensure continuous operation and meet production schedules.
• Collects data on machine operation and suggests actions to reduce machine downtime.
• Efficiently manages time and completes all tasks assigned by the supervisory authority.
• Ensures the compliance of all corporate policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules while conducting work functions.
• Performs work under general supervision.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, accreditation from a technical/vocational training or an applicable skilled trades program or 4 to 6 years of relevant working experience.
• Must be willing to accept and receive frequent supervision and assistance with regard to machine maintenance work functions.
• Experience with automated production equipment preferred
• Experience in a Consumer Products environment preferred
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Sound understanding of using all electrical testing and repair equipment.
• Excellent knowledge regarding machines, spare parts, operations and maintenance.
• Adheres to all established SOPs, LOTO procedures, and company safety and compliance policies to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 63 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands and power tools to repair, adjust, or maintain equipment.
• May be required to climb ladders, work at heights, or access confined spaces.
• Radienz Living employees must comply with all required safety protocol, including but not limited to use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as applicable and instructed.

Work Environment:

• Primarily works in a manufacturing or production setting with exposure to moving mechanical parts, noise, heat, and varying temperatures.
• May occasionally work in outdoor areas or non-climate-controlled environments.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Work schedule may include overtime, weekends, or off-shift hours as needed to support production operations.

Why Join Us?

At Radienz Living, you'll play a key role in maintaining and optimizing the equipment that produces our high-quality personal wipes products trusted by leading brands. This position offers hands-on experience with troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance, helping ensure smooth production operations and consistent product quality. You'll build valuable technical skills that support long-term growth in manufacturing and maintenance leadership.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is a range between $30.00 to $40.00 Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Radienz Living is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodation to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Monday to Friday from 6am-2pm