2nd Shift Maintenance/Repair Technician

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2nd Shift Maintenance/Repair Technician

Hobart Service

icon Itasca, IL, US, 60143

iconContractor, Full Time

icon7 November 2024

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Company Description

Company Description

 ITW Commercial Construction is a leading manufacturer with a proven history of creating innovative fastening solutions used by the professional commercial contractor in concrete anchoring and flooring, drywall, metal building, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC applications. We take pride in our commitment to being a customer centric organization with operational excellence, superior service, and new product development that has guided the company through decades of growth by meeting the ever-changing needs of the commercial construction industry. Focusing on the needs of our end-users enables us to customize our product offering and service based on their requirements. ITW Commercial Construction encompasses the leading brands of Buildex® (Teks®, Sammys®), Red Head (TruBolt®, Tapcon®), Ramset (Trakfast®), and PNA (Diamond Dowel®) with an overall history dating back to 1910.

$2000 Sign on Bonus! $2.00 shift Differenatial! 

Job Description

To perform repair and maintenance to machinery, mechanical equipment, production machines and equipment, as well as building maintenance support. Participates in the activities of the Itasca Maintenance team to meet targets set on each shift for safety, production and maintenance repair. Along with management the supervisor and group leaders coordinates smooth transition between shifts of operation. This position supports the safe set-up and operations of manufacturing machines and ancillary equipment to perform production of manufactured product which meets manufacturing specifications. The maintenance tech is expected to act quickly to correct operating conditions outside of standard and report all situations that are beyond normal conditions to management in a timely manner.  The position is expected to support and manage projects and report out on progress to supervisors and plant manager.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and perform major repairs and rebuilds on production and auxiliary machinery in a manufacturing environment. This includes, but not limited to; mechanical, electrical (including PLC), hydraulic, pneumatic, facility and grounds.
  • Proficiently maintain machinery through preventive maintenance; lubrication, cleaning and replacement of parts.
  • Identify safety hazards on machinery and in work area, report, and together with Plant manager and/or supervisors develop a resolution plan.
  • Follow all prescribed safety/housekeeping practices and procedures. Perform 5-S activities and improvements as required.
  • Keep all manufacturing lines up and running and assist manufacturing teams with all problems relating to product quality and machine safety, including lock out / tag out procedures.
  • Provide shift/department direction on maintenance needs to help production teams meet planned production schedule.
  • Maintain the building facilities.  Insure building security and maintain water and fire systems.
  • Lead and maintain projects to support Plant initiatives and improve efficiency within production.
  • Sustain effective communications with team members, as well as with management, ensuring alignment within the department as well as production. Participate in team events and meetings.
  • Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal codes and regulations.
  • Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

  1. CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM SUCCESS/TEAMWORK - Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
  2. INITIATES ACTION – Demonstrates ability to take prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
  3. QUALITY ORIENTATION – Demonstrates ability to accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
  4. SAFETY AWARENESS– Demonstrates ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards.
  5. Work Standards - Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposes standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
  6. LEADERSHIP INFLUENCE - Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to persuade others to accept a point of view, adopt a specific agenda, or take a course of action that will advance business goals; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate motivations, situations, tasks, and individuals involved.
  7. TEAMWORK - Support the department and organization as needed.

Qualifications

  • HS Diploma or GED equivalent, with two to three years of industrial experience in a high-volume/high-output manufacturing environment. Prefer three years’ experience in a fastener making capacity.
  • Prior experience in training and experience in maintenance tasks including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC systgems,  welding and other maintenance related tasks.
  • Familiarity with workplace 5S, Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) and Preventative Maintenance programs, CMMS programs.
  • Certified to drive a forklift.
  • Able to work within established health, safety and quality guidelines and the ability to organize the workload and meet deadlines.
  • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using whole numbers/decimals and the ability to apply concepts of business math to practical situations.
  • Able to apply understanding to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. 

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; kneel; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is required to climb or balance.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Good working conditions involving occasional exposure to noise and chemicals, but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.

ITW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not accept unsolicited resumes. To be considered an applicant, please apply online to a specific job posting.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.