Maintenance Mechanic-1st and 2nd shift opportunities
Menasha · Minooka, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Menasha (packaging) in Minooka, IL. High School Diploma or equivalent.
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How this role compares
Against 78 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $70k–$96k, from 9 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 49%
- PLC 47%
- Welding 33%
- Automation 22%
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Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Menasha
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Requirements
· Work in a production/warehouse environment.
· Ability to walk, stand, bend, and lift up to 30 lbs. throughout the shift.
· Must provide own tools.
· 1st shift (Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm)
· 2nd shift (Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12am)
Two companies, one vision.
Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.
Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.
Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.
Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.
Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.
The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!
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About us (and our exciting future)
Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.
Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.
Join us and become part of the power behind possible.
About The Opportunity
This position will have responsibility for maintaining and repairing existing production equipment. Maintenance Mechanic – Keep Our Operations Running Smoothly!
Location: Minooka, IL
Schedule: 1st and 2nd shift opportunities
Are you a skilled troubleshooter with a passion for keeping machines running at peak performance? We’re looking for Maintenance Mechanics to join our team and play a vital role in maintaining and improving our production equipment. If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of a collaborative team, this is the opportunity for you!
What You’ll Do
· Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machinery and mechanical systems.
· Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues to minimize downtime.
· Collaborate with production and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
· Fabricate or adjust parts as needed to meet equipment specifications.
· Maintain inventory of tools, parts, and supplies.
· Document maintenance activities and communicate ongoing needs.
· Follow all safety protocols and use appropriate protective equipment.
· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
What You Bring
· High School Diploma or equivalent.
· Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
· Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
· Experience with industrial voltages up to 480V and EAM CMMS systems.
· Skilled in using measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, DMMs, etc.).
· Familiarity with metal fabrication and modular equipment movement.
· Knowledge of ladder logic, relay logic, and motor controls is a plus.
· Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and digital communication tools.
· Ability to respond to production line calls and recommend necessary parts.
· Advanced knowledge of machine operations and mechanical functions
· Ability to disassemble, repair, and troubleshoot plant machines
· Ability to make simple parts or equipment and tools
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