Maintenance Technician

UPM Biochemicals • Dixon, IL

11d • $27 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils! Learn more about us as a workplace upm.com/caree r s UPM Adhesive Materials is currently looking for a Maintenance Technician. Greetings from your future manager "We have an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Technician in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Dixon, IL. In this technical role, you will enjoy working with advanced automation technology. If you are interested in continuous learning and being involved in a quick-paced, safe environment, this position is for you” . – Martin Hicks, Maintenance Supervisor What you will do Execute assigned work orders and perform installation, maintenance and service tasks, including troubleshooting automation, electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with instructions, standards and safe work practices Participate in equipment installations, upgrades and modifications, including monitoring and adjusting Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) software, and applying appropriate methods to identify and resolve recurring equipment or component issues Recommend and implement corrective and preventive actions, supporting a reliability‑centered maintenance approach to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime and optimize production flow Conduct periodic inspections and evaluate repair requests, interpreting technical drawings, blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate diagnostics and effective planning of maintenance activities Maintain accurate and complete documentation, including condition monitoring records, work performed, parts used and required follow‑up actions, enabling equipment performance tracking and continuous improvement Work closely with production and other site teams, ensuring appropriate scheduling of maintenance activities, maintaining housekeeping standards, and providing guidance within own area of expertise (e.g. production, maintenance, energy, Health, Safety and Environment) Perform all duties in line with the company’s Occupational Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines Who you are You have vocational education You have minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience This is what we offer to you Safety and well-being – We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We prioritize the safety of all our employees, ensuring everyone returns home safely. A meaningful job – We do our work with professional pride, producing high-quality, sustainable products for our customers globally. Our community is built on great team spirit and commitment. Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. Caring for people and the environment: Responsibility is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious sustainability targets, and we keep aiming higher. Together we can renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils! Salary range: 27.25 to 39.25 USD/ per hour UPM offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: Health insurance: comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans Other insurances: disability coverage, life, and AD&D insurance Retirement plan: 401(k) with company match and employer retirement contribution Paid time off: 64 hours of paid time off; 40 hours of paid time leave; 11 company holidays Bonus: annual performance-based short-term incentive plan Other: professional development opportunities Benefits are updated annually and plan level eligibility requirements may apply. Learn about our Rewarding and our Ways of working Additional information This position is located Dixon , Illinois Shifts: 1 0 pm – 6 am The position holder will report to Maintenance Supervisor. To apply, please submit your CV by February 16, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline. For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Service Center at [email protected] or tel. [phone]. This job description is intended to be a guide and is not intended to be a contract of employment, explicit or implicit. All contents are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company. Cooperation is expected of all employees. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Only candidates authorized to work within the United States without sponsorship will be considered. UPM North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UPM Adhesive Materials (formerly UPM Raflatac) offers high-quality self-adhesive paper and film products including label materials, graphics solutions and removable self-adhesive products. We operate 14 factories and deliver our innovative and sustainable products through our global network of distribution terminals. We are one of UPM’s growth businesses and employ around 3,200 people. Our sales reached almost EUR 1,6 billion (USD 1,7 billion) in 2024. Read more: www.labelmaterials.upm.com Follow UPM Adhesive Materials on LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | #UPM #materialsolutions #WeRenewTheEveryday #LI-DNP

Requirements

• You have vocational education
• You have minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned work orders and perform installation, maintenance and service tasks, including troubleshooting automation, electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with instructions, standards and safe work practices
• Participate in equipment installations, upgrades and modifications, including monitoring and adjusting Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) software, and applying appropriate methods to identify and resolve recurring equipment or component issues
• Recommend and implement corrective and preventive actions, supporting a reliability‑centered maintenance approach to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime and optimize production flow
• Conduct periodic inspections and evaluate repair requests, interpreting technical drawings, blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate diagnostics and effective planning of maintenance activities
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation, including condition monitoring records, work performed, parts used and required follow‑up actions, enabling equipment performance tracking and continuous improvement
• Work closely with production and other site teams, ensuring appropriate scheduling of maintenance activities, maintaining housekeeping standards, and providing guidance within own area of expertise (e.g. production, maintenance, energy, Health, Safety and Environment)
• Perform all duties in line with the company’s Occupational Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines

Benefits

• Health insurance: comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• Other insurances: disability coverage, life, and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plan: 401(k) with company match and employer retirement contribution
• Paid time off: 64 hours of paid time off; 40 hours of paid time leave; 11 company holidays
• Bonus: annual performance-based short-term incentive plan
• Other: professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED