Hourly Maintenance Lead/Supervisor (Day Shift)

Job Description:

Company Overview:

Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified Fortune 500 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries. 

This position is within ITW’s Zip-Pak division.  Zip-Pak is the global leader in resealable solutions for the flexible packaging industry. 

Description:

The Maintenance Lead coordinates and or performs work involving two or more maintenance skills to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or structure of an establishment in repair.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, including LOTO and proper PPE use
• Coordinate and direct daily maintenance activities to support production and minimize downtime
• Monitor department performance (downtime, response time, budget) and report status to management
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues on manufacturing equipment, including extrusion machinery
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to maintain optimal equipment performance
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics
• Order parts and maintain appropriate inventory levels
• Train and support maintenance personnel; assist with scheduling and coverage as needed
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Document work orders, repairs, and equipment issues in CMMS
• Maintain plant systems (chillers, air supply, resin delivery) and spare parts inventory
• Operate machine shop equipment (mills, lathes, welders, grinders, drill press, band saw)

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical (up to 480V), and pneumatic systems
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment; extrusion experience preferred
• Ability to read schematics and technical manuals; PLC knowledge a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in a manufacturing environment
• Comfortable working at heights (up to 20 feet), climbing stairs, and around hot equipment

Compensation Information:

The hourly range for a Maintenance Lead is $32.50 to $39.00.  The pay rate for a successful candidate will depend on the geographic location, this pay range is for a successful candidate in the Chicagoland area.  The specific hiring rate within the posted range will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.

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.