Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

This role focuses on performing mechanical and electrical maintenance on high-speed manufacturing machinery to support a high volume plant. You will troubleshoot complex issues using blueprints and schematics, complete repairs with hand and power tools, and carry out preventative maintenance to keep a brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs on high-speed manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment issues using blueprints
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks such as oiling, lubricating, and greasing machine parts
• Use hand and power tools, including volt meters and other electrical testing instruments
• Support general building maintenance needs as they arise to ensure the facility remains safe, functional, and well maintained.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing motors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and related systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Hands-on experience working with printing presses or similar high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Proficiency using hand and power tools, including volt meters and electrical testing tools, in a maintenance environment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot to root cause and implement effective corrective actions.
• Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment or systems.

Why Work Here?

You will join a brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility with significant long-term investment and plans for substantial growth over the next decade. The organization offers competitive pay, a full suite of benefits at a low employee cost, and a clear path to permanent employment and career advancement as one of the first team members on site. You will have access to company-sponsored events and lunches, an internal caf with fresh snacks and beverages, and retirement benefits with employer matching, all within a culture that values development, stability, and long-term opportunity.

Work Environment

You will work in a brand-new, very clean, and well-organized facility with extensive open space and modern high-speed machinery. The standard second shift (approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.). The maintenance team is expected to work overtime and often on Saturdays, especially as production ramps up. Personal protective equipment is provided, and you must be comfortable wearing items such as a hard hat and safety vest while working on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $33.00/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 Elgin,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.