Title: Lead Mechanic
Location: Bedford Park, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Shift : 3rd shift 
Compensation: $36/hr
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
Must have Skill Set: previous lead maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment 

Overview:
A manufacturing facility is seeking a skilled Line Mechanic to support the daily maintenance, repair, and reliability of mechanical systems and production equipment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous plant operations.

This position will initially be assigned to 3rd shift (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM CST, Monday–Friday). Flexibility to support other shifts, including weekends, may be required. Shift differentials apply for off-shift work. Compensation is an established hourly rate in accordance with a collective bargaining agreement.

Job Duties: 

• Install, maintain, and repair plant machinery and mechanical systems
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to support equipment reliability
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues to minimize downtime
• Repair both heavy-duty and precision production equipment
• Complete work orders, emergency repairs, and maintenance documentation accurately
• Develop, update, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
• Communicate effectively with operators and team members across all shifts
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, organized work area
• Ensure proper lockout/tagout procedures are followed
• Adhere to all safety, GMP, and company policies
• Report equipment or process changes to leadership
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food manufacturing or packaging
• Journeyman-level mechanical skills
• Strong background in mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, and piping
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as required

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.