Technician, Maintenance 2nd Shift (4pm - 2:30am)

PLZ, Corp • Bridgeview, IL

20h • $32

About The Position

PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable operations and most importantly, the development of our people. Whether at our manufacturing facilities or corporate headquarters, PLZ prioritizes health and safety, and offers you the support you need to create the career you want, through engagement, equity and inclusion, and opportunity. From household cleaning solutions to personal care products, and food to automotive lubricants, PLZ produces more than 2,500 different aerosol and liquid products in our facilities across the continent. We know that being the partner of choice for our clients starts with being the partner of choice for our employees. Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit https://youtu.be/XYNIFpLQIJY Key Responsibility Troubleshoot, adjust and repair conveyer equipment, manufacturing equipment, and facilities equipment as required. Equipment examples: date coders, ball droppers, multi-head fillers, valve droppers, multi-head gassers, crimpers, labelers, cappers, tubers, spouter, conveyers (belt and chain), case sealers, fork lift trucks and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Repair, fabricate, and install mechanical parts where feasible. Perform basic electrical troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of equipment, controls, and other electrical peripherals. Must be able to operate machining equipment such as mill, lathe, drill press, small hand tools, etc. Perform and/or assist in major overhaul of production and fill room equipment, conveyors (belt and chain drive), hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, etc. Must have working knowledge of and ability to repair HVAC system. Perform daily visual walk around inspection of plant equipment and facilities. Perform preventive maintenance of equipment on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis or as required. Properly follow lock-out procedures when performing repairs on lines, equipment, etc. Perform other duties as may be assigned. May assist in providing routine and/or formal on the job training (OJT) to trainees or general plant personnel at the discretion and direction of management. With supervisory approval, may requisition spare parts, tools, etc. when required. Will immediately report any defects of problems to the shift supervisor. Will keep work area neat and clean and work in a safe manner observing all company rules. Will lift and handle various components, parts, etc. up to 100 pounds.

Requirements

• Must possess general carpentry skills.
• Must have a working knowledge of pressure gas and undercup filling operations.
• Must have a working knowledge of outside tank/gas farm and corresponding pipes and valves.
• Must possess and demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Must possess ability to perform math computations of manufacturer’s specifications.
• Must possess working knowledge of all production equipment and ability to operate same.
• Must be able to read various measuring gauges such as caliper, micrometer, veneer, etc.
• Must be able to read and interpret schematic prints both mechanical and electrical.
• Must have a working knowledge of and capability to repair fork lift trucks.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend the English language.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Troubleshooting skills
• Proven mechanical skills
• Able to read and interpret equipment manuals

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, adjust and repair conveyer equipment, manufacturing equipment, and facilities equipment as required.
• Repair, fabricate, and install mechanical parts where feasible.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of equipment, controls, and other electrical peripherals.
• Must be able to operate machining equipment such as mill, lathe, drill press, small hand tools, etc.
• Perform and/or assist in major overhaul of production and fill room equipment, conveyors (belt and chain drive), hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, etc.
• Must have working knowledge of and ability to repair HVAC system.
• Perform daily visual walk around inspection of plant equipment and facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance of equipment on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis or as required.
• Properly follow lock-out procedures when performing repairs on lines, equipment, etc.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.
• May assist in providing routine and/or formal on the job training (OJT) to trainees or general plant personnel at the discretion and direction of management.
• With supervisory approval, may requisition spare parts, tools, etc. when required.
• Will immediately report any defects of problems to the shift supervisor.
• Will keep work area neat and clean and work in a safe manner observing all company rules.
• Will lift and handle various components, parts, etc. up to 100 pounds.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits.
• Company paid Life and Short-Term disability.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance.
• 401k & company provided match.
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus incentive programs (Note, bonuses are subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.)

What This Job Offers

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