Maintenance Mechanic, 1st Shift $30.65/hr

at IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. in Sycamore, Illinois, United States Job Description Maintenance Mechanic, 1st Shift | $30.65/hr Job Locations US-IL-Sycamore ID 2025-5881 # of Openings 1 Type Regular Full-Time Shift 1st - 8 hour Overview We are looking for reliable, team players with a great work ethic, ready to make a quality product in a great workplace!Use your resume to tell us about your transferrable skills, interests, and experience. Apply today! This is a FIRST SHIFT position, working Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm in Sycamore, Illinois. J. Walter Becker founded IDEAL in 1916 and made a promise that is still an important part of the way IDEAL operates today: "An IDEAL product will provide a value greater than the price paid for it. Service is a part of the product." Becker's foundational principle represents our everyday commitment to you. It's the driving force behind our partnerships with the world's leading distributors, a state of the art delivery system, outstanding customer and technical support and variety of operational benefits designed to save you time and money. It means we're proud of the way we do business. IDEAL brings you products that make your job easier; products that you can rely on, with warranties you can trust; products that are available whenever and wherever you need them. Every IDEAL product comes with the promise made by our founder more than 90 years ago. Responsibilities Follow all safety procedures. Follow all quality procedures and instructions. Perform general and preventative maintenance on all production machinery, equipment and facilities. Troubleshoot and repair equipment, as necessary to service the needs of the manufacturing departments. Perform major rebuilding of capital equipment including disassembly of components for inspection, modification, and replacement. This includes, but is not limited to, gearboxes, pumps, spindles, valves and actuators. Identify and request the necessary materials to make repairs. Assist in the installation and relocation of equipment. This will include leveling, plumbing, assisting with the electrical connections, and other services as required. Test equipment for safety and functionality before returning it for service. Perform any repair service necessary on equipment, facilities, or grounds including, but not limited to, normal wiring and installations at machines. Maintain inventory of all regularly used parts and materials normally considered as maintenance or electrical repair times and initiate related requisitions. Work with outside vendors to complete projects. Keep accurate records of work performed, supplies used, and repair parts using the digital maintenance system. Contribute to continuous process improvement efforts to reduce downtime, cycle time, improve efficiency and eliminate waste within the processing environment. All interactions, workflow, productivity levels and quality standards are implemented with a "Customer Service" approach to both the internal and external customers. Exercise initiative in identification and completion of work assignments. Maintain an acceptable level of efficiency to optimize up time and to support department and divisional goals and objectives. Volunteer and participate in lean projects. Maintain housekeeping in the work area. Respond to emergency calls during off hours if required. Attend off-site training if required. Other related duties as directed by management. Regular, predictable attendance is essential to teamwork, timely information exchange, and meeting productivity requirements. As is customary in the trades, maintenance mechanics bring their own general tools, and specialized tools are provided by the company. Reimbursement is available for pre-approved tool expenses necessary for the completion of assigned tasks. Qualifications Skills/Competencies Required: Must be able to identify and correct safety issues. Must have proven ability to safely operate and troubleshoot various manufacturing production equipment. Basic knowledge and understanding of electricity in A/C voltages ranging from 120-480 (3 phase). Knowledge of machine process and machine tool set up and quick changeovers. Ability to obtain an industrial powered truck license. Ability to work effectively alone or as part of a team. Must be able to follow verbal and written multi-step directions for complex machine operations and troubleshooting. Knowledge and experience of pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Visual acuity, including depth perception and color vision, is required. Visual acuity and hand dexterity to handle parts, supplies, tools and other related work materials is required. Ability to read and understand... For full info follow application link. IDEAL INDUSTRIES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account