Industrial Maintenance Technician/Electrician

Signode•Bridgeview, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Signode is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to support the operation and reliability of steel mill and processing equipment. The position troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, and improves electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated systems throughout the facility. The ideal candidate has strong electrical and mechanical maintenance experience in heavy industrial manufacturing and is committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The role maintains production equipment such as rolling mills, slitters, cut-to-length lines, conveyors, overhead cranes, pumps, compressors, and material handling systems. It includes preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance; electrical work up to 480 volts; automation and PLC systems; component repairs; welding and fabrication; equipment inspections; new equipment commissioning; and participation in root cause analysis and improvement initiatives. The employee maintains records and work orders, follows applicable safety procedures, and responds to emergency breakdowns as required. The position offers 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift schedules. The hourly wage is $38.00, with the starting rate determined by experience, qualifications, skillset, responsibilities, and geographic location. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is paid in two installments, subject to completing 30 days and six months of active employment. Benefits for full-time employees include health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, life insurance, wellness perks, and more; benefits begin the month following the hire date.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least five years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, steel processing, a steel mill, a foundry, or another heavy industrial environment.
At least five years of electrical maintenance experience, including wiring automation machine control panels and PLCs.
Strong working knowledge of industrial electricity and electrical troubleshooting up to and including 480 volts.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair motors, motor control circuits, drives, sensors, relays, and other electrical and electronic systems.
Experience troubleshooting PLCs and industrial automation equipment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
Proficiency using electrical testing devices and diagnostic equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment failures.
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, and conveyors.
Experience maintaining bearings, gearboxes, chains, sprockets, couplings, and material handling equipment.
Ability to use gauges, precision measuring tools, and testing instruments related to equipment repair and quality.
Experience performing welding repairs using MIG and/or Arc welding methods.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Strong commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, certificate, or apprenticeship in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Experience maintaining rolling mills, slitters, cut-to-length lines, conveyors, overhead cranes, and other steel processing equipment.
Lathe operation experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain steel mill production equipment, including rolling mills, slitters, cut-to-length lines, conveyors, overhead cranes, pumps, compressors, and material handling systems.
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated equipment.
Diagnose equipment failures and implement solutions to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems up to and including 480 volts.
Install, wire, troubleshoot, and maintain automation equipment, machine control panels, motors, drives, sensors, and PLC-controlled systems.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, hydraulic diagrams, and technical manuals.
Repair and replace bearings, gearboxes, chains, sprockets, couplings, belts, valves, cylinders, pumps, and other production equipment components.
Perform welding, fabrication, and machine repairs using MIG and Arc welding processes.
Conduct inspections and maintenance of overhead cranes and other critical production equipment.
Use precision measuring tools, gauges, and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and repair machinery.
Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment and process improvements.
Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders within the maintenance management system.
Follow safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash, Confined Space Entry, and Hot Work requirements.
Respond to emergency equipment breakdowns as required.