Maintenance Mechanic
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Mount Prospect, IL, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Category
- Skilled trades
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- High School Diploma or equivalent, accreditation from a technical/vocational training or an applicable skilled trades program or 4 to 6 years of relevant working experience.
- Must be willing to accept and receive frequent supervision and assistance with regard to machine maintenance work functions.
- Experience with automated production equipment preferred
- Experience in a Consumer Products environment preferred
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under stress.
- Sound understanding of using all electrical testing and repair equipment.
- Excellent knowledge regarding machines, spare parts, operations and maintenance.
- Adheres to all established SOPs, LOTO procedures, and company safety and compliance
- policies to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
- Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions.
Full description
Company Summary:
Radienz Living is a leading North American manufacturer of home and personal care products, such as unit dose laundry and dish products, facial wipes, and baby wipes. With manufacturing plants and warehouses in Chicago and Long Island, NY, the company provides customers with private-label solutions and contract manufacturing services for products found in retail and institutional markets. Through its commitment to agility, innovation, trust and reliability, and sustainable creation, Radienz Living is passionate about providing its customers with products that support a cleaner way of living and a more radiant world.
The company has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last two years, focusing on two product lines: Unit Dose products, where it is the undisputed leader in Private Label and Contract Manufacturing, and Personal Care Wipes, where it manufactures the wipes for the country's #1 beauty care brand.
Our commitment to operational excellence is supported by robust quality systems, multiple GMP certifications, and a comprehensive suite of in-house labs—including FDA/EPA-certified microbiology, quality control, chemistry, and R&D facilities. This infrastructure enables us to deliver innovation, safety, and performance at every stage of the product lifecycle.
Background:
The Maintenance Mechanic proactively maintains production equipment and facilities for maximum availability. Responds to unscheduled downtime calls as required and makes required repairs to provide maximum availability. Works on trials and special projects, including capital projects as requested. Assists/mentors operators to increase effectiveness and uptime. Always works safely in a team environment.
Responsibilities:
- Uses hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments to repair and maintain, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications, machinery and mechanical equipment, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment.
- Maintains machines proactively to support plant / department goals for productivity, waste, quality, and safety.
- Assures guarding, facilities and equipment are in good working order.
- Sets up and operates machine and performs necessary duties to meet manufacturing and quality targets at a minimum after repairs are completed.
- Detects, records and reports defective equipment to the Maintenance Manager/Shift Supervisor.
- Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
- Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per instruction.
- May provide support by running production machines as necessary to ensure continuous operation and meet production schedules.