Mechanic - 1st Shift at Talascend

Talascend is currently seeking a 1stShift Mechanic for a direct hire opportunity with our client located in Melrose Park, IL.

OVERVIEW: 

The position is responsible for mechanical repairs and maintenance of industrial machines.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly. Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulics, pneumatics, drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches.
• Record repairs and maintenance performed.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

• 3+ years of related experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical failures on large/heavy industrial machinery (paint lines, punch presses, roll-forming machines) in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Solid understanding of safe work practice and OSHA requirements.
• Must be comfortable working at heights.
• Bilingual Spanish/English.
• Able to work in a non climate-controlled plant. Hot in the summer, cold in the winter.

Our client offers: 

• Competitive compensation.
• Become part of an industry leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating.
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year.
• Possibility for telework days, depending on position, with flexible make-up time for exempt employees.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement; specialize in specific areas or gain new skills in different departments.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.