Maintenance Technician - Automation

Maintenance Technician

 Location: Wheeling, IL 

Hire Type: Direct Hire Salary: $27-$35 per hour depending on experience

Overview: Sterling is a Best of Staffing company that provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S. We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing company in Buffalo Grove, IL.

Job Summary: The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for repairs on injection molding equipment, robots, setups, changeovers, adjustments, maintenance, repair and operations of various types of assembly, subassembly, printing, and/or packaging machines. This is a high-speed and controlled manufacturing environment. The role involves working 12-hour shifts on a 2/2/3 schedule, with 4 positions available (1 on days/3 on nights).

Job Duties:

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions
• Perform necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment
• Check and maintain quality of product being produced
• Diagnose and troubleshoot any pneumatic, electrical or mechanical malfunction
• Conduct TPM activities as required
• Input Maintenance work orders into the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (SAP)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of experience in a technical, hands-on position required
• Experience with injection molding required
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting required
• Experience in hydraulics and pneumatics required
• Computer skills required, including Microsoft Office applications and SAP experience preferred
• Ability to work independently from verbal and/or written instructions required
• Must be mechanically inclined and have the ability to use basic hand tools
• Must have strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40lbs with repetitive movements
• Ability to push and pull items
• Ability to stand and/or walk up to constantly during the shift
• Ability to climb up and down ladders