Maintenance Mechanic

Ivex Specialty Paper • Peoria, IL

10d

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs industrial machinery and equipment to support safe and efficient plant operations. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and timely repairs to minimize production downtime.

The mechanic performs preventive maintenance and inspections, repairs mechanical components and hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and responds to equipment breakdowns. The role works with production personnel and electricians to resolve equipment issues and follows safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, proper PPE use, and good housekeeping.

Requirements

• Industrial maintenance or mechanical equipment repair experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting, problem-solving, and repair skills.
• Knowledge of industrial machinery, mechanical systems, and maintenance practices.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others.
• Must be available to work overtime, including extended shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be available to respond to emergency breakdowns when called upon.
• Must have good attendance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Machinist experience, including operation of lathes, milling machines, and drill presses; beneficial but not required.
• Welding, metal fabrication, and mechanical equipment alignment experience.
• Dependable attendance, safe work practices, and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain industrial manufacturing machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and necessary adjustments to prevent breakdowns.
• Repair and replace bearings, shafts, rollers, gears, gearboxes, belts, chains, pumps, and other mechanical components.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and work with production personnel and electricians to resolve equipment issues.
• Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, proper PPE use, and good housekeeping practices.
• Maintain tools and work areas, communicate equipment concerns, and complete assigned work safely and efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6%
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed