Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team and ensure optimal operation of our production machinery. The role involves troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical systems, replacing components such as motors, sensors, relays, and switches, and adhering to preventive maintenance schedules. You will work with mixers, blenders, mills, injectors, extruders, and conveyors, and perform PLC troubleshooting through inputs and outputs. Your ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics will be essential.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot production machinery and perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Replace motors, sensors, relays, and switches.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules diligently.
• Maintain mixers, blenders, mills, injectors, extruders, and conveyors.
• Conduct PLC troubleshooting through inputs and outputs.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics accurately.
• Ensure compliance with 480v electrical standards and arc flash training requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
• Expertise in 480v electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and prints.
• PLC troubleshooting skills with inputs and outputs.
• Experience with servos, AC/DC, and VFD control troubleshooting.
• Hydraulic troubleshooting capabilities.
• Physical ability to lift 50lbs and work under machines for extended periods.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in automation, welding, and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment and retain taught skills.

Why Work Here?

Our workplace is designed to motivate and support our employees with exceptional benefits starting from day one. Enjoy immediate healthcare options with HMO, PPO, and high deductible plans that are low cost for individuals, along with dental and vision plans. Benefit from short-term and long-term disability insurance, a 401k with a 5% full match, and immediate vesting. We offer profit sharing, employee gifts, and awards for outstanding performance. Additionally, we provide a fitness subsidy, power nap room, fresh fruit daily, free coffee and espresso, and opportunities for technical and personal development. Our career growth opportunities include a referral bonus, tuition reimbursement, and access to PPE equipment and uniforms.

Work Environment

Join our team in a fast-paced, updated facility that is air-conditioned, although some areas may be dusty due to product mixing. We have just opened a new building with state-of-the-art automated equipment. The work schedule includes 2 openings on day shift from 6am to 6pm and 2 openings on night shift from 6pm to 6am, following a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Training will be conducted on the first shift from 8am to 4:30pm. Our environment requires reliable individuals who are mechanically inclined and can learn quickly. Employees have access to PPE equipment free of charge and are provided with a uniform upon their first day, receiving clean uniforms weekly.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Charles, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00/hr.

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 St. Charles, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2026.