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Maintenance Technician in Wheeling
Energy Jobline ZR, Wheeling, Illinois, United States, 60090
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Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description
Join our team as a Maintenance Technician and play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our plastic bag extrusion machinery. You will work in a dynamic environment dedicated to producing high-quality packaging solutions for a wide range of industries.
Responsibilities
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on plastic bag extrusion machinery to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on extrusion lines, including motors, drives, heaters, and control systems.
Conduct inspections and diagnostics using schematics, blueprints, and testing equipment to identify root causes of equipment failures.
Maintain and repair components such as gearboxes, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic units.
Work with 3-phase motors and systems operating up to 480 volts, ensuring safe and compliant electrical practices.
Execute Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures during maintenance and repair activities to ensure safety.
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to support equipment upgrades and modifications.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage in accordance with company standards.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, GMP, and company policies in all maintenance tasks.
Assist in maintaining inventory of tools, spare parts, and maintenance supplies.
Support facility maintenance including HVAC systems, lighting, and general building upkeep.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability.
Essential Skills
2-3 years of maintenance experience within the plastics industry.
Experience with PLC troubleshooting, including inputs and outputs.
Electrical experience working with up to 480V, including machinery wiring and rewiring.
Experience performing hydraulic and pneumatic maintenance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus to facilitate communication with production personnel.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401k with company match. Become part of a team committed to excellence and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
Work in a dynamic plastic extrusion and blow molding company with 9 extrusion lines. The position is for the 1st shift, operating Monday to Friday from 7am to 4:30pm. The environment is collaborative, with opportunities to work alongside skilled professionals in a dedicated facility.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wheeling, Illinois.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Wheeling,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to , , age, , , , veteran status, , , , genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.
We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.
Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description
Join our team as a Maintenance Technician and play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our plastic bag extrusion machinery. You will work in a dynamic environment dedicated to producing high-quality packaging solutions for a wide range of industries.
Responsibilities
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on plastic bag extrusion machinery to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on extrusion lines, including motors, drives, heaters, and control systems.
Conduct inspections and diagnostics using schematics, blueprints, and testing equipment to identify root causes of equipment failures.
Maintain and repair components such as gearboxes, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic units.
Work with 3-phase motors and systems operating up to 480 volts, ensuring safe and compliant electrical practices.
Execute Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures during maintenance and repair activities to ensure safety.
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to support equipment upgrades and modifications.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage in accordance with company standards.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, GMP, and company policies in all maintenance tasks.
Assist in maintaining inventory of tools, spare parts, and maintenance supplies.
Support facility maintenance including HVAC systems, lighting, and general building upkeep.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability.
Essential Skills
2-3 years of maintenance experience within the plastics industry.
Experience with PLC troubleshooting, including inputs and outputs.
Electrical experience working with up to 480V, including machinery wiring and rewiring.
Experience performing hydraulic and pneumatic maintenance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus to facilitate communication with production personnel.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401k with company match. Become part of a team committed to excellence and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
Work in a dynamic plastic extrusion and blow molding company with 9 extrusion lines. The position is for the 1st shift, operating Monday to Friday from 7am to 4:30pm. The environment is collaborative, with opportunities to work alongside skilled professionals in a dedicated facility.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wheeling, Illinois.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Wheeling,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to , , age, , , , veteran status, , , , genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.