Entry Level Maintenance Mechanic

Position Overview

We are seeking an Entry Level Line Mechanic to join our team. This position offers a great opportunity to gain valuable experience and exposure in the industry. The role is for the 2nd shift, from 3:30 PM to 2:30 AM, and includes a training period on the 1st shift, from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, for 2-3 months. Upon completion of training, an additional $0.75 per hour will be added to your rate.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
• Execute changeovers on machinery, making necessary adjustments and setting up machines according to production runs.
• Repair, troubleshoot, install, maintain, and repair various equipment including fillers, conveyors, labelers, and printers.
• Work on other equipment needed to fill, label, and package products in various size containers.

Required Qualifications

• Basic mechanical skills and aptitude.
• Experience with automotive repair and maintenance.
• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools.
• Understanding of blueprints, hydraulics, mechanical, and pneumatics systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Great attitude and willingness to learn.
• Desire to grow with the company.

Benefits & Perks

• Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• The company provides steel-toed boots and a uniform.

Work Environment

This role is for the 2nd shift, Monday to Thursday, 3:30 PM to 2:30 AM, in a chemical company. The facility is large and fairly clean, providing a conducive environment for the line mechanic to perform their duties.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chicago, Illinois.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 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