Maintenance Specialist at Pactiv Evergreen - North America Grant Park, IL

Responsibilities Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems including wiring, conduit, electrical panels, motors, and control systems. Install and configure electrical components for new and existing production lines, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems to identify and address potential issues. Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical malfunctions using advanced testing equipment. Repair or replace faulty components such as wiring, switches, relays, and circuit breakers to restore functionality. Collaborate with the maintenance team to resolve complex electrical issues and implement long‑term solutions. Program and maintain Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to control automated machinery and processes. Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and Human‑Machine Interfaces (HMIs). Optimize control systems to enhance production efficiency and product quality. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inspection reports, and parts inventories. Ensure all electrical work complies with NEC, OSHA regulations, and other relevant standards. Assist with the development and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for electrical maintenance tasks. Adhere to all safety protocols and use personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain a safe working environment. Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments to identify and mitigate electrical hazards. Provide training and support to production and maintenance staff on safe operation and troubleshooting of electrical systems. Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals. Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including AC/DC motors, control circuits, and power distribution. Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and repair (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, etc.). Familiarity with VFDs, HMIs, and other automation components. Skilled in using electrical testing equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and insulation testers. Qualifications Perform all preventative maintenance on machinery and auxiliary equipment as required and as delegated by Manager. Rebuild all machine parts as necessary and install as needed. Perform prep work, set up, and installation of new equipment. Ensure all equipment and machinery is operating properly during his/her shift. Must be able to read and understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic blueprints and sketches. Must be able to read and use the following tools: ruler, micrometer, calipers, and assorted hand tools. These work tools are all associated with the repair and maintenance work. Must be able to read with comprehension, repair manuals for machinery. Perform designs, fabrications, weld and burn with torch as needed. Need some basic lathe and milling machine experience. Required for some repairs done on machines and equipment. Ensure that proper lock‑out / tag‑out procedures are adhered to while performing work on machines or equipment. Assure all areas around equipment are safe and keep work area clean and organized at all times. Must have overall mechanical knowledge in all facets of manufacturing operations and equipment to ensure operations run efficiently and smoothly. Must have 5+ years experience in maintenance, preferably in manufacturing. Must be able to read (blueprints) with comprehension and application and perform math functions. Proficiencies 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems Electrical Troubleshooting PLC Programming Experience Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) – Siemens, Allen Bradley, Fanuc Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who because of his or her disability needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company’s application process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr