Line Mechanic Operator

Line Mechanic

Location:

Rantoul, Illinois (On-Site)

Department:
Maintenance / Manufacturing

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

• Current
  
  Schedule:
  
  Friday – Sunday, 2:15 AM – 3:00 PM
• 36 hours worked, paid for 40 hours
• Schedule may transition later this year or 01/2027 to a 10‑hour schedule:
  Monday – Thursday, 2:15 PM – 1:00 AM
• Overtime may be required on Friday's based on production needs.

The Line Mechanic is responsible for setting up, adjusting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and plant support equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing operations.

• Perform line changeovers and machine setups on packaging equipment.
• Set up and adjust semi-automatic and automatic packaging machinery including:
  • Fillers
  • Cappers
  • Coders
  • Cartoners
  • Labelers
  • Wrappers and bundlers
  • Case sealers
  • Conveyors
  • Rotary press equipment
• Work from manuals, drawings, diagrams, and electrical prints.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting on equipment issues.
• Fabricate or modify machine parts as needed to support production.
• Develop and build jigs or fixtures to improve packaging operations.

• Operate shop equipment such as:
  • Lathe
  • Vertical mill
  • Welder
• Manufacture or repair machine components.

• Perform mechanical and basic electrical maintenance including:
  • Installation
  • Overhaul
  • Tear-down and rebuild
  • Preventive maintenance (oiling, greasing, inspections)
• Maintain pumps, mixers, compounding equipment, and material handling systems.

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), SOPs, Lockout/Tagout procedures, Quality and Safety systems.
• Adhere to preventive maintenance schedules.
• Assist in training mechanics and helpers.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Coordinate with approved vendors for parts and service (with management authorization).
• May dispose of hazardous waste when properly trained.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year of packaging or mechanical maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of electricity and hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Basic mathematical skills.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to safety and quality standards.

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with applicable law.

• Ability to stand and walk for 75–100% of the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally (1–2 times daily).l>
• Frequent use of hands and arms (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hands).
• Ability to crouch, kneel, reach overhead, and work in confined or difficult-to-access spaces.
• Ability to visually inspect equipment and hear normal operational sounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Manufacturing environment with moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to noise, lubricants, cleaning chemicals, and industrial equipment.
• PPE required in designated areas.