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Mechanic, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Job in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listing for: Pregis Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer‑centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you.

Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Job Title: Mechanic

Classification: Hourly 7AM-3PM

Reports To: Plant Administration

Department: Machine Shop

Summary of Job

The Pregis Graphic Innovators LLC. Mechanic plays a crucial role our in‑house industrial machinery manufacturing process. The mechanic will build, install, maintain, and repair machinery and equipment. You will be responsible for meeting build timelines and keeping the manufacturing machines operational. The Pregis Graphic Innovators LLC Mechanic must also have the ability to communicate their technical ideas in a clear manner, both visually and verbally.

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Using machinist/millwright skills: build, modify and maintain our ongoing or new industrial equipment lines.
  • Fabricates new and repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
  • Shows proficiency in reading and interpreting prints and can produce shop sketches for the build or repair task at hand.
  • During a build or repair, determine any necessary changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting new or used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
  • Job reporting capabilities.
  • Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
  • Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
  • Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
  • Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
  • Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
  • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)
  • Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.
  • Promote positive teamwork culture
  • Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition
  • Prior SAP or similar ERP system knowledge.
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, follow standardized work instructions
Environment
  • Exposure to moving equipment
  • Inside work
  • Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Humidity may exceed 80%
  • Noise may exceed 85dB+
Physical Characteristics
  • Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75%
  • Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling
Education and Experience
  • Technical process understanding
  • Excellent mechanical and technical skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of machinist methodologies.
  • Uses machinist/millwright skills to build industrial equipment.
  • Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Equipment Maintenance experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Education and Experience (Preferred)
  • 5-7 years of related experience preferred.
Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to…

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