Electro Mechanic I – Night Shift (Industrial Maintenance)

Electro Mechanic I – Nights

📍 Location: Elk Grove Village, Illinois (Onsite)
🕒 Shift: 5:45 PM – 6:15 AM | 12-hour continental shift

• 3 days one week / 4 days the next

• Off every other weekend

• Overtime may be required

💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Mid-Level
🎓 Education: Not specified (relevant experience required)
🏭 Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial

💰 Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $36.34 – $39.85/hour

• Shift Differential: +$2.00/hour

• Benefits: Full package (health, retirement, PTO, etc.)

🚀 Overview

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an Electro Mechanic I (Night Shift) to support plant operations through proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment.

This role is critical in ensuring equipment reliability, production efficiency, and safety compliance in a fast-paced industrial environment.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and PLC systems

• Diagnose root causes of equipment failures and implement solutions

• Maintain motors, contactors, relays, pumps, compressors, and related systems

Electrical & Technical Work

• Read and interpret:

  • Electrical blueprints

  • Wiring diagrams

  • Schematics and technical specifications

• Use diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters) to verify functionality

• Troubleshoot industrial motor controls and PLC systems

Equipment & Facility Support

• Maintain:

  • Chillers

  • Process pumps

  • Ink and glue systems

• Operate shop equipment such as:

  • Band saws

  • Mills

  • Lathes

Continuous Improvement & Documentation

• Document repairs and parts usage in CMMS systems

• Support spare parts inventory management

• Participate in safety and continuous improvement initiatives

• Maintain compliance with lockout/tagout (LOTO) and safety standards

✅ Required Qualifications

• Experience in:

  • Industrial manufacturing OR

  • Military equipment maintenance

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment

• Strong knowledge of:

  • PLC troubleshooting

  • Industrial motor controls

• Ability to work independently on night shifts and rotating schedules

⭐ Preferred Experience

• Industry experience with:

  • Blown film

  • Sheet extrusion

  • Flexographic printing

  • Lamination

  • Slitting equipment

• Forklift operation experience

💪 Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to:

  • Lift up to 50 lbs

  • Work on ladders and lifts

  • Bend, kneel, and twist as required

• Comfortable working in a manufacturing plant environment

• Ability to manage multiple tasks during off-shift hours

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on Electro Mechanic with strong industrial troubleshooting skills

• Comfortable working independently in a night shift environment

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, PLCs, and motor controls

• Proactive mindset with focus on safety, uptime, and efficiency

• Experience in packaging or extrusion environments is a strong plus

🎁 Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

• Life, disability, and additional insurance options

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee wellbeing programs

📝 Interview Process

1. Initial recruiter screen (30 minutes)

2. Onsite interview with team

Machine Operator I – Laminator (Night Shift) – Manufacturing

Machine Operator I - Laminator

📍 Location: Elk Grove Village
🕒 Shift: 5:45 PM – 6:15 AM (12-hour continental schedule – alternating 3 & 4 day weeks, every other weekend off)
💲 Pay: $21.10/hour + $2.00 shift differential ($23.10/hour effective rate)

🚀 Overview
An exciting opportunity for a hands-on Laminator Operator to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with machinery, takes pride in quality, and thrives in a team-driven, safety-focused setting.

🔧 Key Responsibilities
🔹 Mix adhesives according to established formulas
🔹 Verify first-piece quality against product specifications
🔹 Set up and operate laminating and lathe machinery as required
🔹 Accurately interpret job orders and production requirements
🔹 Maintain machine cleanliness and work areas to required standards
🔹 Handle and manage hazardous waste safely using proper procedures
🔹 Monitor production quality and escalate issues when needed
🔹 Verify adhesive calculations and ensure correct materials are used
🔹 Change raw material rolls and manage substrates during operation
🔹 Support machine operation during break coverage when required
🔹 Report safety concerns, incidents, and food safety violations immediately
🔹 Participate in audits, safety initiatives, and continuous improvement activities

✅ Required Skills & Experience
🔹 At least 1 year of machine operator experience (laminating experience beneficial)
🔹 Experience working with measurements and chemicals
🔹 Ability to read a ruler or tape measure accurately
🔹 Basic math skills
🔹 Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
🔹 Strong track record in attendance, safety, and quality

🎯 What We’re Looking For
🔹 Detail-oriented with a focus on product quality
🔹 Safety-first mindset
🔹 Reliable and dependable team player
🔹 Self-motivated with the ability to follow processes and procedures

🎁 Benefits
🔹 Medical, dental, and vision coverage (including FSA & HSA options)
🔹 401(k) with company match
🔹 Paid vacation and holidays
🔹 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
🔹 Life, accident, and disability insurance options
🔹 Tuition reimbursement

💡 Why This Role?
🔹 Consistent schedule with every other weekend off
🔹 Strong hourly rate with shift differential
🔹 Opportunity to build skills in a high-demand manufacturing environment
🔹 Supportive team culture with a focus on safety and development