Equipment Maintenance Mechanic I - 2nd shift

Description Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed. We are proud to be recognized: Among America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021, 2022 and 2024 As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for four consecutive years (2021-2025) Job Responsibilities Perform routine duties of preventative maintenance, troubleshoot and repair plant production equipment, assist other maintenance personnel, monitor equipment performance, and perform general housekeeping of the maintenance shop and job site. Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment through the enforcement of housekeeping safety policies. Perform general housekeeping. Provide suggestions and feedback on improving departmental processes, performance goals, and environment. Work from prints, sketches, instructions, manuals and schematics to troubleshoot and repair equipment. Operate, repair and maintain all production equipment. Assist with machine set‑ups for production, as necessary. Work with little or no supervision on a day-to-day basis, utilizing own accountability and ownership of work that needs to be performed and following tasks until completed. Perform duties which involve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic applications. Fabricate, develop, assemble and/or install equipment. Perform routine safety checks on production equipment. Take action on any unsafe or out‑of‑compliance issues. Report equipment problems and lockout/tagout situations to the Supervisor when required according to policy. Account for tasks and parts usages in MP2. Monitor equipment performance and minimize unscheduled downtime. Other related and similar duties as assigned. Qualifications Have good oral and written communication skills. Successfully pass mechanical aptitude exams. Successfully complete and pass required lift truck operation tests and training and obtain and maintain appropriate lift truck licensing. Able to pay close attention to detail and follow instructions/procedures to meet quality standards. Able to perform repetitive tasks (including physical requirements as described below) on a consistent basis. Maintain consistent and acceptable attendance. Available to work overtime as needed, including weekend work. Available for mandatory overtime as appropriate based on business demands. Able to fulfill all essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner. Abide by all safety policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines in order to prevent and reduce exposure to accidents and injuries. Able to meet all Mechanic I qualifications; able to use all shop equipment, including mills, lathes, drill presses, band saws and welders and able to troubleshoot electrical problems. Have prior mechanical and manufacturing experience. This position requires at least five years of related experience. Possess sufficient keyboard and PC literacy to accurately complete work orders in MP2. Physical Requirements Perform repetitive tasks as required. Perform pre‑shift stretching (includes bending, reaching and stretching with hands, arms, legs and feet and bending and twisting waist) as required for position. Additional details, including frequency and duration of activities, are provided in the accompanying physical requirements chart. Compensation The hiring range for this position in Itasca is $25‑30 per hour, with a $0.60 Shift Differential for a 2nd shift position. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors. An annual incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Shift Details THIS IS A SECOND SHIFT POSTION FROM 2PM‑10PM MONDAY‑FRIDAY. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr