Equipment Maintenance Mechanic I - 2nd shift at Fellowes Brands – Itasca, Illinois

Description

Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed.

We are proud to be recognized:

• Among America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021 and 2022
• As one of Chicago's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in 2022
• As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2022 and 2023

Job Responsibilities

Perform routine duties of preventative maintenance, troubleshoot and repair plant production equipment, assist other maintenance personnel, and perform general housekeeping of the maintenance shop and job site.

• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment through the enforcement of housekeeping safety policies. Perform general
• Provide suggestions and feedback on improving departmental processes, performance goals, and environment.
• Operate, maintain and make minor repairs to plant production equipment, involving the replacement of worn, broken or defective parts, utilizing manuals, prints, sketches, written and/or verbal instructions. Perform duties such as fabricating, developing, assembling and/or repair of production equipment. Perform or assist on machine set-ups for production, as necessary. Perform basic electrical, fuse, circuit breaker, motor start overload, line voltage, etc. checks. Perform PM's on all types of equipment.
• Check and follow-up on all repairs and/or adjustments. Monitor performance of plant equipment and minimize unscheduled maintenance downtime. Account for tasks, activities and parts usages utilizing MP2.
• Perform routine safety checks of production equipment. Take action on any unsafe or out of compliance issues. Report major equipment problems and lockout/tagout situations to Maintenance Supervisor or Production Facilitator.
• Pump Ward and Flexo pits and work with waste hauler emptying the holding tanks.
• Operate basic hand and power tools (including shop welding and cutting equipment).
• Other related and similar duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Have good oral and written communication skills. Successfully pass mechanical aptitude exams.
• Successfully complete and pass required lift truck operation tests and training, and obtain and maintain appropriate lift truck licensing.
• Able to pay close attention to detail and follow instructions/procedures to meet quality standards.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks (including physical requirements as described below) on a consistent basis.
• Maintain consistent and acceptable attendance. Available to work overtime as needed, including weekend work. Available for mandatory overtime as appropriate based on business demands.
• Able to fulfill all essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Abide by all safety policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines in order prevent and reduce exposure to accidents and injuries.
• Able to work in a team environment by assisting in facilitating job duties for other team members. Demonstrate a positive attitude. Able to work in a machine paced, team environment, requiring a customer orientation.
• Have prior mechanical and manufacturing experience. Must have at least two years of experience in a related position.
• Possess sufficient keyboard and PC literacy to accurately complete work orders in eMaint.
• Possess basic electrical knowledge.

The hiring range for this position in Itasca is $20-30 per hour with a $0.60 shift differential. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors. An annual incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. An overview of our benefits offering is available here: Fellowes Benefits Overview.

Fellowes Brands - A Family Business Since 1917
For over a century, Fellowes has been committed to positively impacting people through our culture, relationships and solutions. We have evolved toward relevance with each decade and generation, responding to a constantly changing world. Today, we are on an ambitious journey to grow our influence and impact in enhancing and maximizing work experiences worldwide. We are a “Brand on the Move” and remain committed to finding new ways to help people work better and feel better.

Visit our Careers Site: www.fellowesbrands.com/us/en/careers/Pages/overview.aspx

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Fellowes, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Fellowes' property, and Fellowes will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting the Talent Acquisition Department.

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