Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic Job DescriptionThe Maintenance Mechanic supports reliable production by performing both mechanical and electrical maintenance on a wide range of industrial equipment. This role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining machinery such as punch presses, rewinders, thermoforming machines, and cartoning equipment, with work evenly split between mechanical and electrical tasks. You will work primarily on first shift in a busy manufacturing environment, performing preventive maintenance, responding to equipment issues, and helping ensure safe, efficient operations across multiple facilities.Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance (approximately 50/50) on industrial machines, including punch presses (100300 tons), rewinders, thermoforming machines, cartoners, tapers, winders, roller machines, and related equipment.
- Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment in accordance with operation manuals and manufacturer specifications.
- Perform troubleshooting and repairs on packaging and production machines using mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic hydraulic skills.
- Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Perform scheduled maintenance and service on production equipment, focusing on preventive maintenance to reduce unexpected failures.
- Operate production and maintenance equipment as needed to test, diagnose, or verify proper operation after repairs.
- Inspect used parts and components to determine wear, dimensional changes, and replacement needs.
- Read and interpret mechanical blueprints and electrical schematics to diagnose issues and guide repairs.
- Troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs or work effectively with personnel who program and configure them.
- Work safely with electrical systems and voltages up to 480V, following all applicable procedures and standards.
- Apply lockout/tagout procedures consistently to ensure a safe working environment during maintenance activities.
- Use tools and equipment properly to avoid damage, loss, or injury, and ensure they are maintained, clean, secured, and stored correctly at the end of each shift.
- Follow and uphold all company policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Learn and understand departmental policies and procedures and apply them consistently in daily work.
- Make effective decisions in a fast-paced production environment, including responding quickly to unusual situations such as power failures, fire alarms, or employee evacuations.
- Complete inspection checklists faithfully and accurately according to established procedures.
- Perform simple math calculations as needed for measurements, adjustments, and equipment settings.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments to coordinate work and share information.
- Work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate productively as part of a skilled maintenance team.
- Follow safety practices at all times, use designated safety equipment, and remain safety conscious in a loud manufacturing environment.
- Watch for and report any unsafe working conditions or behaviors, and help protect both employees and work in progress.
- Clean the job site and work area daily, or more often as needed, to maintain a safe and organized environment.
- Support maintenance needs across multiple facilities, including repairing forklifts, performing building maintenance, and completing small projects as required.
- Assist with or perform basic welding, as needed, on maintenance or repair projects.
- Work overtime as needed, including partial shifts on Saturdays, when production or maintenance demands require additional support.
Essential Skills
- At least 3 years of experience working with electrical systems and voltages up to 480V.
- Proven maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work with tonnage, air-powered, and heat-powered machinery.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs or strong working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC systems.
- Mechanical maintenance skills, including repair and adjustment of industrial machinery and mechanical components.
- Electrical maintenance skills, including troubleshooting and repairing motors, controls, and related equipment.
- Experience with AC and DC motors and related motor controls.
- Ability to perform pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs.
- Basic understanding of hydraulics and their application in industrial machinery.
- Ability to use and interpret schematics and technical documentation.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
- Ability to perform simple math calculations relevant to maintenance tasks.
- Strong decision-making skills in a production environment.
- Effective verbal communication skills for working with supervisors and coworkers in a professional and friendly manner.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Consistent adherence to safety practices, including lockout/tagout procedures.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
- Willingness and ability to work on first shift and perform overtime, including Saturday work, when needed.
- Comfort working in a loud, busy manufacturing environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with mills, lathes, and drill presses.
- Tool and die experience or exposure to tool and die work.
- Experience repairing punch presses, cartoners, tapers, winders, and roller machines.
- Experience performing welding for maintenance or fabrication tasks.
- Experience as a maintenance specialist in a packaging or similar manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with thermoforming and cartoning equipment.
- Experience working from detailed inspection checklists and maintenance logs.
- Strong organizational skills for managing tools, parts, and work areas.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond to urgent maintenance needs.
- Comfort working across multiple facilities, including production areas, warehouses, and building infrastructure.
Why Work Here?You will join a skilled maintenance team in a stable, established manufacturing organization that values long-term employee relationships and professional growth. The maintenance department operates in a climate-controlled environment, helping you work comfortably while supporting demanding production needs. You receive comprehensive benefits, including health, life, dental, vision, and retirement savings options such as a 401(k). The organization supports your success by assisting with the purchase of necessary tools and providing access to experienced teammates who can help you expand your mechanical and electrical skill set. Long employee tenures reflect a culture that values reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a manufacturing setting where the maintenance team is responsible for both mechanical and electrical maintenance of industrial machines, with work split approximately 50/50 between the two disciplines. You will primarily support a main production facility that operates punch presses (100300 tons), rewinders, thermoforming machines, cartoning machines, tapers, winders, roller machines, and other packaging equipment. The maintenance team oversees four facilities in total, spending about 85% of the day on preventive maintenance and repairs at the primary manufacturing site and about 15% at other facilities handling forklift repairs, building maintenance, and small projects. The maintenance department works only on first shift, with typical hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and additional overtime when production is busy, including a partial shift on Saturdays. If a machine breaks down on night shift, operators lock it out and the maintenance team addresses it the following morning. The maintenance area is climate controlled, but the broader manufacturing environment is very loud, so comfort working in high-noise conditions and consistent use of appropriate personal protective equipment are essential. The team consists of approximately 12 maintenance employees within a larger workforce of around 900 employees across all shifts, providing a collaborative yet focused environment. Lockout/tagout procedures, safe work practices, and proper use of tools and equipment are integral parts of daily operations, and attire must be suitable for a busy industrial setting with appropriate safety gear. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Wheeling, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.401k full bennys for everyone Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Wheeling, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Wheeling,IL.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
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