Production Mechanic

Production Mechanic text 8 4 7 5 8 0 2 8 1 4 Job Description The Production Mechanic (Level 3) performs all the functions assigned to a Production Mechanics for lower level roles. This role involves executing changeovers, overhauls, corrective repair work, fabricating parts on production equipment, and providing specialist service and training in areas such as machine shop, electricity, pipe fitting, and predictive maintenance on all production equipment. Equipment includes fillers, tappers, labelers, conveyors, and packaging equipment. Experience within foods or pharma companies is a big plus. Responsibilities Examine, test, and measure products from assigned areas to ensure adherence to quality specifications. Check for visual defects and take corrective actions as necessary. Review the established production schedule at the start of each shift to determine production runs, need for changeovers, and scheduled maintenance. Readjust lines and change over assigned equipment for product, material, size, and pack patterns. Run the first piece of production and check for conformance to quality standards. Perform preventive maintenance checks during the shift and take appropriate corrective actions. Record production delays and maintain required downtime records. Advise the Group Leader, Production Mechanics, and/or Manager of recurring equipment malfunctions. Clean and sanitize equipment and necessary parts as required or specified. Monitor equipment for unsafe conditions and recommend or implement corrective actions for equipment malfunctions. Provide own hand tools for the repair of production equipment. Analyze, diagnose, and resolve mechanical and operational problems on equipment in assigned areas. Analyze defective production as to cause and take corrective actions, recording and reporting problems for further analysis. Maintain the mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic functions of production equipment in assigned areas. Replace parts such as bearings, sprockets, chains, belts, limit switches, air cylinders, and valves. Perform major overhaul and repair work for all production equipment. Maintain inventory of spare parts for equipment in assigned areas and prepare purchase requisitions for spare parts and supplies. Assist in training production workers in the operation of equipment and safety precautions. Assist in training Production Mechanics (Level 1 and Level 2) as required. Provide input on the development of specifications for new machinery. Assist the Group Leader and Production Mechanics in the setup, utilization, and evaluation of the Plant Maintenance Program. Utilize data from the Preventive Maintenance Program and other plant production records to identify root causes of production problems, recommending and implementing corrective actions. Essential Skills PLC troubleshooting Troubleshooting Maintenance technician Electrical Preventive maintenance Mechanical Pneumatics Production repair Blueprint reading Schematic interpretation Industrial machinery Electrical troubleshooting Maintenance repair Machinery maintenance Motors Electrical electro-mechanical PLC Hydraulics Mechanical inclination Set-up machine Electrical maintenance 3-phase systems Industrial machinery Mechanical troubleshooting Maintenance mechanics Proficiency in welding, machine shop, industrial electricity, PLC, or pipe fitting Change-overs and repair of at least eight lines 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience (plastics/packaging preferred) Ability to use hand tools Ability to read and interpret machinery and electrical blueprints/schematics Ability to convert units of measure Ability to perform extensive troubleshooting of packaging equipment Ability to use precision measuring devices Ability to stick weld stainless and mild steel Ability to TIG and/or MIG weld stainless and carbon steel Ability to cut, weld, and braze with gas welding equipment Additional Skills & Qualifications Proficiency in at least three of the following skills: welding, machine shop, industrial electricity, PLC, pipe fitting Experience in change-overs and repair of at least eight lines Why Work Here? Enjoy 8 hours of vacation for every 400 hours worked, and once a year, each employee will receive their choice of 24 products. Work Environment The role involves working in a GMP environment, requiring the wearing of safety glasses, hair nets/beard guards, and closed-toed shoes. The warehouse area can get warm in the summertime and will be exposed to menthol smell. Cell phones and music are prohibited on the manufacturing floor. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Oak Brook, Illinois. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $74360.00 - $77750.00/yr. 2nd shift is $35.75hr 3rd shift is 37.38hr Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Oak Brook,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.