Industrial Electromechanical Systems Technician

Novolex Corporate•Alsip, IL

2d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

When your shift begins, you gear up with PPE and step onto the floor ready to keep production moving. You scan equipment status, listen for radio calls, and jump into action—diagnosing electrical issues, tracing root causes, and solving problems before they can slow us down. You move confidently between control panels and machinery: reading ladder logic on Allen-Bradley PLCs, tuning VFDs, and working with 24VDC and 120VAC control wiring. Whether it’s rebuilding a drive motor, repairing an air valve, or swapping a transformer, you execute precise, safe work that maintains product quality and uptime. Throughout the day, you stay ahead of potential failures by monitoring plant assets and facilities, performing upgrades and modifications, and documenting everything you complete. You collaborate with production to hit targets, respond quickly to emergencies to minimize downtime, and uphold GMP and safety standards—steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and hair/beard nets when required.

Requirements

4+ years as a maintenance mechanic/technician in a manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience with VFD drives and PLC systems
Electrical training/experience with 480V 3-phase and machine controls
Background in manufacturing methods and process improvement programs/procedures
Forklift operating experience
Comfort juggling priorities in a fast-paced setting
Safety mindset and a drive to keep learning and developing
Completion of training courses as assigned by management
Overtime flexibility when required
Mechanical troubleshooting
120/208/240/480 voltage systems
Electrical troubleshooting and repair
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen-Bradley)
Conveyor systems
Servo motors
Eligible to work in the United States
Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen
Ability performs the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation

Responsibilities

Adhere to PPE and GMP requirements; maintain quality standards in all tasks
Diagnose electrical malfunctions and perform root cause analysis to resolve issues
Monitor radio traffic and respond to calls promptly
Work with control wiring (24VDC and 120VAC) and step-up/step-down transformers
Read ladder logic and troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley)
Perform plant electrical wiring, repairs, modifications, and upgrades
Proactively inspect equipment/facilities to prevent problems
Execute emergency repairs rapidly to minimize downtime
Repair air valves, broken machine parts, and rebuild drive motors
Stay familiar with all plant electrical equipment and keep accurate maintenance records
Support and achieve production goals established by management