Maintenance Mechanic

Description:

Maintenance Mechanic•2nd shift!

Location:

Lake in the

Hills, IL Schedule:

2nd Shift•Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm (Training on 1st shift for 6-8 weeks)

Compensation:

$30•34/hour + $2.50 Second Shift Differential AFC is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Mechanic to support the repair, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our production equipment and facility. This role is responsible for troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate has experience working in a manufacturing environment and brings a strong mix of mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge, including working with machinery, drives, and process equipment.

Responsibilities:

Takes daily instruction and supervision from department lead and supervisor. Mechanically inclined with experience in assembling and repairing frames and fixtures, process equipment, and drives. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in electrical controls and mechanical parts of machinery. Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and assembly. Read equipment prints and control diagrams to build machinery, enhance current processes, and troubleshoot problems. Ability to understand production processes. Maintain shop area and requisition the necessary parts. Troubleshoot and maintain control panels. Work safely with a wide variety of machines and hand tools (e.g. welders, torches, drills/drill press, grinders, volt meters, band saw, spray painting, forklifts, and high lift (JLG) Light building maintenance; monitoring the building exterior and interior for maintenance needs and handling the repair. Monitor equipment for scheduled maintenance and repair. Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on current machinery. Installation support for new equipment. Knowledge of pipe fitting, wiring, and maintenance plumbing. Maintain necessary maintenance logs, parts lists, and reference material. Communicate with department managers and machine operators to gain a working knowledge of various machines, and quickly resolve M&R issues. Work with maintenance system Limble. Issue, assign and manage work orders. Open and close tickets. Follow PM's and manage maintenance reports. Add additional information on equipment. Train others and understand the equipment. Must embrace and model AFC's Core Values? Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

What You'll Bring High school diploma or GED Minimum of 5 years experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or related role Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (or team-lift up to 100 lbs) Basic computer skills and ability to learn internal systems Willingness to obtain forklift certification Why Join AFC?

Stability & Growth:

Industry leader with over 30 years of proven success Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)•starting 1st of the month after 30 days 401(k) with company match Generous

PTO & 10

Paid Holidays Annual Safety Shoe & Gym Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement & In-House Training (AFC University) $2,000 Referral Bonus Program About Us AFC Materials Group, headquartered in Lake in the Hills, IL, is a global leader in high-temperature and non-stick composite solutions. Since 1988, we've partnered with OEMs, distributors, and end users to solve complex production challenges through expert coating, converting, and fabrication capabilities. For over 30 years, we've built a reputation on innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to our people and customers. Join a team where growth, quality, and forward thinking are at the core of what we do. AFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets AFC is a Drug-free workplace