Senior Maintenance Tech | 1st Shift

Aurora, IL 60504

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Technician Job Number: BS15254567 Compensation: $68640-85280 / year

Job Description

Title: Maintenance Technician | 1st Shift

Location: Aurora, IL

Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Job Summary:
  • Embark on an exciting journey as a Maintenance Technician II, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. In this dynamic role, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and commitment to continuous improvement. Join our team and contribute to the success of our cutting-edge operations.

Job Duties:
  • Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on complex electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
  • Troubleshoot and repair machinery, including blenders, fillers, cappers, labelers, and conveyors.
  • Maintain and develop job skills through internal and external training programs.
  • Order replacement parts and control components from suppliers.
  • Contribute to the effective use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Lead preventative maintenance programs and conduct equipment inspections.
  • Collaborate with production staff to ensure safe and reliable equipment operation.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to team members, including maintenance trainees and operators.
  • Support continuous improvement projects to enhance production efficiencies and safety.
  • Adhere to Daily Management directives and initiatives.
  • Demonstrate flexibility to work various shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in using electrical test equipment (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, Megger, etc.).
  • Advanced understanding of machine functions and sequence of operations.
  • Expertise in interpreting technical materials, including electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings.
  • Knowledge of NEC, UL508A, and NFPA 79 codes (preferred).
  • Familiarity with Lock Out Tag Out Safety procedures and Arc Flash/PPE requirements.
  • Advanced industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic skills, including troubleshooting.
  • Strong time management and task prioritization abilities.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of electrical formulas and mechanical math.
  • Proficiency in 3-phase industrial wiring, power distribution, AC/DC drives, and motor PMs.
  • Ability to troubleshoot PLC I/O and networking, as well as motion control with servo drives and motors.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with diverse teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and CMMS software (e.g., SAP).
  • Knowledge and experience in Root Cause Analysis, problem identification, and troubleshooting.
  • Fabrication skills, including welding, guard fabrication, and equipment modification (preferred).
  • Knowledge and experience with machine shop equipment (preferred).
  • Excellent safety record, attendance, and punctuality.


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. 

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Sheila Herring
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