Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $60k - 80k per year + none
Reference: AB_4981267

Maintenance Mechanic – Blow Molding & Filling Equipment | Industrial Manufacturing

(Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain blow molding, liquid filling, and packaging equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment.)

Location: Woodridge, IL Shifts Available

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Mon–Fri, OT as needed)

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Mon–Fri, OT as needed)

• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Mon–Fri, OT as needed)

Pay: $27–$35+/hr DOE + overtime Employment Type: Direct Hire Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support blow molding, liquid filling, and downstream packaging operations in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, maintaining product quality, and ensuring safe, reliable operation of production equipment across all shifts.

Ideal candidates bring strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience with blow mold machines, fillers, cappers, conveyors, and packaging systems.️ Qualifications & SkillsRequired

• Previous industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing
• strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and gearboxes
• Electrical troubleshooting experience (motors, sensors, relays, solenoids, pushbuttons)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable standing/walking most of the shift and lifting up to 55 lbs
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed

Preferred

• Blow molding experience (Uniloy, Bekum, or similar)
• Experience with high-speed liquid filling and packaging lines
• Plastics, food, beverage, or regulated manufacturing background
• PLC troubleshooting experience (no programming required)
• Basic welding or fabrication skills

Compensation & Benefits

✅ $27–$35+/hr DOE + overtime✅ Direct Hire Opportunity✅ Full Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• strong advancement opportunities

Must have industrial maintenance experience and an updated resume Text: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com Email: Angel.menes- View email address on ziprecruiter.com

salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per year
shift: Third
work hours: 11 PM - 7 AM
education: High School

Responsibilities

Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic failures
• Troubleshoot and service blow molding equipment (Uniloy, Bekum, or similar)
• Maintain liquid fillers, cappers, sealers, labelers, conveyors, case packers, and palletizers
• Tear down and rebuild motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, clutches, valves, and cylinders
• Work with AC (480V–120V) and low-voltage DC control circuits

Changeovers & Production Support

• Perform machine setups, adjustments, and changeovers for molds, bottles, and packaging formats
• Make mechanical adjustments for fill volume, torque, speed, and alignment
• Support operators and supervisors during production runs
• Improve changeover efficiency and reduce unplanned downtime

Preventive Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

• Perform scheduled PMs on production and support equipment
• Inspect, lubricate, adjust, and calibrate components
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Participate in equipment upgrades and improvement projects

Facility & Support Systems

• Maintain compressors, dryers, chillers, pumps, and conveyors
• Follow all safety procedures, LOTO, and PPE requirements
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation accurately

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The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 10 hours at one time

Skills
• Electronic Maintenance
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Blueprints
• Electrical
• Molding
• PLC
• Blow Molding
• Plastic
• Uniloy
• Bekum
• Manufacturing maintenance
• General Maintenance
• NPN Sensor
• PNP sensor
• Allen Bradley PLC
• Filling

Qualifications
• Years of experience: 4 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.