Plant Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)
Location: Franklin Park, Illinois
Position Overview
A manufacturing facility in the Franklin Park, IL area is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining production equipment and facility systems to ensure reliable and efficient operations.
This role supports the installation, repair, and ongoing maintenance of plant machinery, equipment, and support systems. The technician will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate repairs to minimize production downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and plant systems.
- Diagnose and repair issues involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Troubleshoot machinery and equipment failures using structured diagnostic methods.
- Install, repair, and maintain machinery, equipment, fixtures, and control systems.
- Coordinate scheduled maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Maintain appropriate inventory of replacement parts and maintenance supplies.
- Generate work orders and coordinate service activities with external contractors when needed.
- Support facility safety equipment maintenance and inspections.
- Maintain organized work areas and proper maintenance documentation.
- Communicate equipment issues and maintenance needs to plant leadership.
- Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and maintenance protocols.
- Support additional facility maintenance needs as required.
Qualifications
- Experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance environments.
- Strong troubleshooting ability across mechanical and electrical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, machine manuals, and maintenance instructions.
- Computer proficiency for maintenance documentation or tracking systems.
- Ability to manage maintenance priorities and work independently when needed.
- Experience operating forklifts, hoists, or overhead cranes preferred.
- Knowledge of industrial safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout and PPE practices.
- Technical training or coursework related to mechanical or industrial maintenance preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods during the shift.
- Frequent bending, twisting, crouching, or crawling while servicing equipment.
- Ability to work in an active manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, dust, oils, and solvents.
Work Environment
This role operates within a manufacturing facility where employees are exposed to typical shop conditions including moving equipment, loud machinery, metalworking operations, and industrial materials. Proper safety procedures and protective equipment are required.
