Electro Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Electro Mechanic I to join their manufacturing team in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This hands-on role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving production equipment to support safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment and possess strong electrical, mechanical, and PLC troubleshooting skills.

Position Details

• Title: Electro Mechanic I
• Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
• Shift: Night Shift (5:45 PM – 6:15 AM)
• Schedule: 12-Hour Continental Schedule (3 days one week, 4 days the next, every other weekend off)
• Pay Rate: $36.34 – $39.85/hour (+$2.00/hour shift differential depending on experience)
• Shift Differential: Additional night shift differential available based on experience
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine effective corrective actions.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair motors, drives, relays, contactors, sensors, pumps, compressors, and production machinery.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain maintenance records and work orders within the CMMS system.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and company standards.
• Participate in plant audits, safety programs, and operational improvement projects.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Industrial manufacturing experience or military maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and industrial motor controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in an industrial setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in blown film, sheet extrusion, flexographic printing, lamination, slitting, or related manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with compressors, pumps, conveyors, and automated production equipment.
• Technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field.
• Previous experience working rotating shifts or night shifts.