Industrial Maintenance Technician

A global industrial packaging manufacturer that produces rigid packaging solutions, including steel drums, plastic drums, intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), and specialty containers. The company serves industries such as chemicals, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and industrial manufacturing, with a strong focus on sustainability, recycling, and packaging lifecycle management. Employment Type: Direct Hire Pay range: $75-82K Annually Location: Elk Grove Village, IL Shift: 5:45 PM – 6:15 AM | 12-hour continental shift (3 days one week, 4 days the following, off every other weekend; overtime may be required) What You'll Be Doing Understand and follow plant safety rules including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and safe machine operation Read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, specifications, and technical data Work on motors, contactors, and relays using a multimeter to verify component functionality Operate advanced shop equipment such as band saws, mills, and lathes Maintain chillers, process pumps, compressors, ink pumps, and glue pumps Analyze and resolve mechanical and electrical equipment issues Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls and PLC systems Perform preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, routine repairs, and calibration with minimal downtime Diagnose root causes of production equipment failures and determine best corrective action Document parts used and repairs completed in CMMS Assist in maintaining spare parts inventory and parts room organization Perform repairs on plant production and facility equipment Maintain safe operational conditions of all production and related equipment Use required personal protective equipment Maintain regular attendance and punctuality Perform other duties as assigned We'd Love to Hear from You If You have industrial manufacturing experience or military experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment Industry experience with blown film, sheet extrusion, flexographic printing, lamination, slitting, or related ancillary equipment is preferred You have PLC troubleshooting experience and knowledge of industrial motor controls You can operate a forklift You are comfortable with lifts, ladders, kneeling, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 50 pounds You can work independently while managing multiple tasks during off-shift hours You are comfortable with rotating schedules, overtime, and weekend work PrideNow offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. #J-18808-Ljbffr PRIDENOW