Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Join our team as a Maintenance Mechanic, where you will utilize your expertise in multiple maintenance or craft occupations to ensure the seamless operation of machines, mechanical equipment, and building structures.

Responsibilities

• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure machines run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings remains intact.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools, and reassemble equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine solutions by consulting blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as needed.
• Order necessary parts, supplies, and equipment.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, machinery, and equipment.
• Support company food safety efforts through commitment and compliance with SQF standard practices and policies.
• Assist other workers with specific tasks as requested.
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Maintenance technician
• Electrical and mechanical repair
• Hydraulics
• Preventive maintenance
• Manufacturing maintenance
• Pneumatics
• PLC troubleshooting
• Schematic reading

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in equipment maintenance, repairing, troubleshooting, and installation.
• Electrical and/or mechanical certifications may be required, location specific.
• Moderate computer skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• High School Diploma, GED, or High School Equivalence Certificate.

Why Work Here?

Experience a great company culture with a strong benefits package, and seize the opportunity to grow through onsite development.

Work Environment

Work in a GMP environment within two distinct areas: the punch press area for aluminum pans and the extrusion side for lids. The facility is not temperature controlled. Enjoy a flexible 2nd or 3rd Shift schedule, Monday - Friday, with 10-hour days amounting to 50 hours a week, and occasional opportunities for overtime. Train on day shifts initially and transition to nights when ready. Bring your toolbox, as any specialty tools will be provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Zurich, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lake Zurich, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.