Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

Maintenance Mechanic – Blow Molding & Filling Equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining blow molding, liquid filling, and packaging equipment to minimize downtime and ensure product quality and safe operation.

Location:

Woodridge, IL

Shifts available: 1st Shift 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; 2nd Shift 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM; 3rd Shift 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Mon–Fri, OT as needed).

Pay: $27–$35+/hr DOE + overtime
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Employment Type:

Direct Hire

• Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic failures; service blow molding equipment (Uniloy, Bekum, or similar); maintain liquid fillers, cappers, sealers, labelers, conveyors, case packers, and palletizers; tear down and rebuild motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, clutches, valves, and cylinders; work with AC (480V–120V) and low-voltage DC control circuits.
• Changeovers & Production Support: Perform machine setups, adjustments, and changeovers for molds, bottles, and packaging formats; make mechanical adjustments for fill volume, torque, speed, and alignment; support operators and supervisors during production runs; improve changeover efficiency and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Preventive Maintenance & Continuous Improvement: Perform scheduled PMs on production and support equipment; inspect, lubricate, adjust, and calibrate components; assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions; participate in equipment upgrades and improvement projects.
• Facility & Support Systems: Maintain compressors, dryers, chillers, pumps, and conveyors; follow all safety procedures, LOTO, and PPE requirements; complete work orders and maintenance documentation accurately.

Required

• Previous industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and gearboxes
• Electrical troubleshooting experience (motors, sensors, relays, solenoids, push buttons)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable standing/walking most of the shift and lifting up to 55 lbs
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed

Preferred

• Blow molding experience (Uniloy, Bekum, or similar)
• Experience with high-speed liquid filling and packaging lines
• Plastics, food, beverage, or regulated manufacturing background
• PLC troubleshooting experience (no programming required)
• Basic welding or fabrication skills

• $27–$35+/hr DOE + overtime
• Direct Hire Opportunity
• Full Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, Vision; 401(k) with Company Match;
  Paid Time Off & Holidays;
  Life & Disability Insurance;
  Tuition Reimbursement; strong advancement opportunities

Must have industrial maintenance experience and an updated resume. Text:  | Email:
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Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Work hours:

varies by shift (see above)

Randstad is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.