Plant Reliability Mechanic (PLC & VFD Specialist)
$37.82 per hourIntegrity Trade Services
Job Description
Job Description
Plant Reliability Mechanic (PLC & VFD Specialist)
Where: East Chicago, IN
Pay: Up to $37.82/hr DOE
Hire Type: Direct hire via Integrity Trade Services
Why this role?- Because you thrive on solving tough electro‑mechanical problems that keep production moving.
- Because you want a steady 3rd‑shift schedule with generous off days.
- Because you prefer real ownership—PMs, root cause, repairs, and upgrades.
- 3rd shift: 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m., four on/four off
- Training kicks off on 1st shift (typically 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; some sessions may run to 7:00 p.m.)
- Preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, pneumatics, conveyors, and production equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and controls using schematics, manuals, and test gear.
- Drive root‑cause analysis and deliver immediate and lasting repairs.
- Use hand/power tools, hoists, cranes, precision gauges, and machine shop equipment to repair or replace parts.
- Fabricate parts and components to support repairs and lower costs.
- Handle overhead crane PMs, monthly inspections, and corrective work.
- Work with Automax, shark IO cards, PLC systems; replace racks, cards, and power supplies to restore throughput.
- Operate machinery during troubleshooting when operators are unavailable.
- Provide phone‑based technical guidance to speed resolution.
- Manage spares and MRO inventory; monitor and reorder as needed.
- Champion PM best practices and continuous improvement to reduce downtime.
- Document all work, communicate equipment status, and coordinate with production, supervisors, and maintenance.
- Uphold 5S—safe, clean, organized work areas.
- Contribute across repairs, maintenance activities, and process enhancements.
- Training/education in Automation, HVAC, Fluid Power, Basic Electricity, Industrial Wiring, Electrical Circuits, PLCs, Technical Math.
- Hands‑on knowledge of AC/DC motors and controls; instrumentation and complex troubleshooting experience.
- Heavy manufacturing background preferred.
- Skill in diagnosing, repairing, and optimizing mech/elec systems.
- VFD expertise: parameters, codes, and programming fundamentals.
- Fluency with industrial terminology and maintenance methods.
- Fabrication capability for parts and components.
- Accuracy with rules, calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools.
- Resourceful problem solver comfortable with unfamiliar issues.
- Team mindset, self‑motivation, strong organization, and attention to detail.
- Must pass the NMP maintenance exam.
- Clear communicator with operations, supervision, suppliers, and maintenance peers.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- 401(k)
Email Melissa Bauza : View email address on ziprecruiter.com or call View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.
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