Sterling Engineering
Electro Mechanical Technician | 3rd Shift
Sterling Engineering, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job DescriptionJob Title: Electro-Mechanical TechnicianLocation: [Insert Plant Location]Schedule: 3rd Shift (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM, Monday-Friday)Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K We are seeking a skilled Electro-Mechanical Technician to join our maintenance team in a high-speed production manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of complex equipment, with a focus on troubleshooting control systems, servo drives, and motors. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in both mechanical and electrical systems and is motivated to support production goals through proactive maintenance and collaboration.Key Responsibilities:Diagnose, repair, and modify complex manufacturing equipment with an emphasis on high-speed packaging lines.Troubleshoot and repair control systems, servo drives, motors, pneumatic systems, mechanical drives, and process instrumentation.Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.Support and coordinate with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, and leadership.Provide training and guidance to equipment operators and junior maintenance staff.Ensure a safe, clean, and compliant work environment in accordance with OSHA, FDA, EPA, and company standards.Identify opportunities for process and maintenance improvements and drive solutions to completion.Assist with special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.Qualifications:Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, technical certification, or High School Diploma/GED with 2-3 years of relevant experience.Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience troubleshooting:Pneumatic control systemsAllen Bradley PLC systems & RSLinxProcess control instrumentation3-phase (480V) circuitsMotor starters and controlsElectronic circuit boardsAt least 2 years' experience working with automated packaging equipment.Basic understanding of industrial electrical systems preferred.Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.).Familiarity with Allen Bradley software platforms strongly preferred.Physical ability to push, pull, lift or carry up to 50 pounds regularly.Willingness to walk extensively in a large facility (up to 400,000 sq. ft.).Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Meet Your RecruiterAlicia AlexanderAs one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.