1st and 2nd shift Mechanic

1600 N. 25th Ave., Melrose Park IL

Description

Interlake Mecalux is looking to hire a 1st shift and a 2nd shift mechanic to work at our plant in Melrose Park, IL. 1st shift: 5am – 1pm Monday – Friday, with OT as needed. 2nd shift: 2pm – 10pm Monday – Friday, with OT as needed. The Mechanic position is responsible for maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting all production equipment to maintain optimum operating conditions and plant productivity. Responsibilities: *Reads Hydraulic and pneumatic schematics *Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance of assigned equipment like lubricate, grease, filter changing, clean, replace parts and adjust any equipment if needed *Troubleshooting and repair of pumps, valves and piping systems *Troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic cylinders, hydraulic pumps and hydraulic systems *Troubleshooting and repair of pneumatic cylinders and systems *Troubleshooting and repair of components such as rolls, shafts, bearings, drive belts, drive chains and gear boxes *Analysis to discover explanations for equipment failure. *Disassemble mechanical equipment, identify faulty/worn parts, replace, reassemble, and test. *Removed and installed motors, pumps and gearboxes *Operate high-lift equipment like forklifts, scissor, and boom lift *Communicates essential information regarding incomplete repairs at shift change and any potential problems Requirements *3+ years of related experience *Experience troubleshooting mechanical failures on large/heavy industrial machinery like roll formers, punch press, ovens, cut of press and chillers *Experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics *Solid understanding of safe work practice and OSHA requirements *Must be comfortable working at heights and in both hot and cold plant conditions (the plant is not climate-controlled) *Bilingual Spanish/English *Basic electrical experience a plus Interlake Mecalux offers: *Competitive pay rates. *401(k) plan with match. *PTO, paid holidays, OT. *Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance.