BEPC has an open position as a

Maintenance Mechanic Location:

Abbott Park, IL Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Pay Rate:

$28.61 - $31.61 Per hour based on experience

Term:

12-month contract with possible extensions or permanency based on performance

Shift:

1st Shift / 6:00 AM - 2:30

PM Requirements:

Technical Degree / Minimum 2 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience / Robotics experience

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NO CORP-TO-CORP CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED

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Position Overview:

BEPC is seeking a highly experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support manufacturing operations in Abbott Park, IL. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving manufacturing equipment and plant utility systems to ensure production equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with industrial maintenance, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, robotics, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and automated manufacturing equipment . Experience working in a manufacturing or cleanroom environment is highly preferred. The Maintenance Mechanic will serve as a technical resource to manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams while supporting preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives designed to minimize downtime and maximize production throughput.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to minimize production downtime. Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair robotics and automated manufacturing equipment. Support high-speed filling, packaging, conveying, and other production equipment. Perform welding, fabrication, piping installation, pump and motor repairs, and equipment rebuilds as required. Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation. Respond to manufacturing equipment issues and provide timely technical support to production operations. Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance activities. Assist with equipment modifications and continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and production throughput. Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and spare-parts information. Utilize CMMS or other maintenance tracking systems to document maintenance and repair activities. Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues. Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with established safety and quality procedures. Support compliance with applicable FDA, GMP, OSHA, USDA, and Abbott standards . Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Requirements:

Technical degree or equivalent technical training required. Minimum 2 years of hands-on industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience . Strong experience troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing and production equipment. Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting . Robotics experience required. Experience working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings. Experience supporting automated or high-speed manufacturing equipment. Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills. Ability to accurately document maintenance and repair activities. Ability to work effectively with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams. Candidates must demonstrate a stable work history with reasonable tenure in previous positions . Candidates must be flexible with their schedule if they wish to be considered for potential conversion. HVAC and carpentry experience alone will not be considered qualifying maintenance experience.

Preferred Experience:

Manufacturing and/or cleanroom experience. Food, pharmaceutical, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing experience. Experience working within an FDA/GMP-regulated facility. Experience troubleshooting high-speed filling, packaging, and conveying systems. Experience with automated production equipment. Experience with barcode scanners and inkjet printers. CMMS or computerized maintenance management system experience. TIG, MIG, or stainless-steel welding experience. Industrial electrical experience. Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Key Skills:

Industrial Maintenance Mechanical Troubleshooting Electrical Troubleshooting Robotics & Automation Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems Production Equipment Repair Pumps & Motors Conveyor & Packaging Systems Welding & Fabrication Blueprint & Schematic Reading Root Cause Analysis CMMS /

Maintenance Documentation Industrial Electrical Systems Safety & Regulatory Compliance Problem Solving & Team Collaboration Work Environment:

This position operates within a manufacturing environment and may involve working around automated production equipment, mechanical systems, electrical systems, robotics, and other industrial machinery. Candidates with previous manufacturing and cleanroom experience are highly preferred. Strict adherence to established safety, quality, maintenance, and regulatory procedures is required.

USOPS Pay:

$28.61 - $31.61 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

hands-on industrial or manufacturing maintenance: 2 years (Required) troubleshooting and repairing production equipment.: 2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

North Chicago, IL 60064 (Required)

Work Location:

In person