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Industrial Machinery Mechanic (1st Shift)

Oerlikon
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Jul 2025
💰 $100,000/yr($70,000/yr$100,000/yr)

About the role

 

Industrial Machinery Mechanic (1st Shift) 
 

 

We are looking for a Industrial Machinery Mechanic / Service Technician for our  Elgin, IL facility. The Industrial Machinery Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of all production equipment and facility systems. This role involves performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, supporting installations and retrofits, and maintaining accurate documentation. The IMM plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, supporting production goals, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

 

We offer

 

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

 

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

 

  • Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.  
  • Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
  • Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey. 
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals 
  • Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
  • Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
  • 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off. 
  • 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
  • Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work every day!

 

Your Responsibilities

 

Preventive Maintenance & Repairs

  • Schedule and perform preventive maintenance on all facility equipment in accordance with ERP schedules.
  • Document all maintenance activities and ensure compliance with manufacturer standards.
  • Provide timely emergency repairs to minimize production interruptions.
  • Monitor equipment for shutdowns or process interruptions and develop action plans for resolution.

Equipment Reliability & Inventory

  • Ensure equipment reliability targets are met and data is consistently updated on the server.
  • Order parts, supplies, or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.

Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure all safety protocols are followed and promote safe work practices among technicians.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including power alleys and support systems.

Training & Support

  • Provide training to coating technicians on load building, batch exchanges, and maintenance procedures.
  • Support Engineering Operations Support with facility projects and equipment installations or retrofits.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Communicate effectively with the Center Manager and Engineering Operations Support team.
  • Participate as a key member of the facility’s management team, contributing to strategic planning and operational improvements.
  • Complete and communicate Technical Directives and Technical Information within the facility.

 

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