Maint Technician Level 1

About the position

Safely provide maintenance support to our fast-paced Fox Valley Container plant that is equipped with technology ranging from simple to state of the art for the corrugated industry. Utilize both excellent mechanical skills and knowledge (pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, power transmission, lubrication) and electrical/electronic skills and knowledge (PLCs, A/C, D/C motors and drives, schematics) in our continuous process manufacturing environment to achieve machine uptime metrics. Work positively with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot and solve problems. Will be engaged in preventative maintenance processes in assigned areas.

Responsibilities

  • Safely provide maintenance support to our fast-paced Fox Valley Container plant
  • Utilize both excellent mechanical skills and knowledge (pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, power transmission, lubrication) and electrical/electronic skills and knowledge (PLCs, A/C, D/C motors and drives, schematics) in our continuous process manufacturing environment to achieve machine uptime metrics.
  • Work positively with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot and solve problems.
  • Will be engaged in preventative maintenance processes in assigned areas.

Requirements

  • At least one year of successful mechanical and electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair experience in a manufacturing facility.
  • On-the-job success in safety, attendance and quality of work expected.
  • Willingness to fully cross train in other technical areas to enhance capabilities.
  • Willing and able to work second and third shifts, call-ins, holidays, and overtime as there is a constant demand for overtime in our maintenance department.
  • Able to work with computer system for maintenance processes, stores and work orders.
  • Provide own tools initially (tools worn out on the job will be replaced).

Nice-to-haves

  • Maintenance experience in corrugated a plus. Strong knowledgeable of lubrication, hydraulics, welding, pneumatics, electrical and electronics technologies.
  • Excellent teamwork, cooperation and problem solving skills.

Benefits

  • Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
  • Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
  • Medical & Dental
  • Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
  • Life & Disability Insurance
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