Packaging Machinery

4 weeks ago


Joliet, United States EKI Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Founded in 1976, EKI manufactures and distributes diagnostic reagents and chemicals used in a wide variety of laboratories and industry.  As our company continues to expand operations, we're looking for individuals to grow with us.  

Job Description

Summary

This position will be responsible for overall management of maintenance on the building, grounds, equipment and plant facilities.  Primary focus will be on maintaining and assisting with the operation and setup of automatic & semi-automatic packaging equipment.  Useful equipment experience includes working with pressure sensitive labeling equipment, capping machines, automatic and semi-automatic liquid filling machinery, conveyor systems, pneumatic pumps and other liquid handling equipment.  Additionally, this position will be responsible for overall general maintenance and repair tasks.  This includes conducting scheduled preventative maintenance, and performing minor repairs as needed throughout the facility.  

The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, and willing to adapt and learn new skills and technologies.  Although previous experience with packaging equipment will be helpful, the ability to learn on the job by working hands-on with equipment is more important.  

Essential duties and responsibilities

  • Overall management of the maintenance of the building, grounds, equipment and plant facilities. 
  • Supervise setup and operation of semi-automatic packaging equipment, and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
  • Locate sources of problems by observing equipment in operation, listening for problems and using measurement & testing instruments.
  • Troubleshoot issues by diagnosing problems using hands-on and other observation methods.
  • Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, troubleshooting and repair of production equipment. 
  • Make repairs according to engineering diagrams and manufacturer's written instructions. 
  • Minimize downtime by coordinating with production staff on routine cleaning, care and maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
  • Maintain equipment, supplies and spare parts inventories by determining and monitoring adequate inventory levels. 
  • Make minor repairs and conduct general facility maintenance, including mechanical, light plumbing or light electrical work. 
  • When necessary, coordinating and arranging the use of outside vendors when required to achieve necessary tasks.   
  • Assist in promoting an atmosphere of Total Safety Awareness, including compliance with all OSHA regulations.
Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Technical training and experience helpful, educational or vocational.
  • Previous experience with various packaging equipment helpful.
  • Previous experience in various technologies /fields helpful:  Pneumatics, PLC, liquid pumps, HVAC, process water systems, 
  • Previous experience performing general maintenance and repair tasks. 
  • Must exhibit outstanding ability to learn and comprehend fundamental operations of machines and equipment through observation and hands-on work.
  • Dependable, reliable and punctual.
  • Must be organized, highly motivated, and able to work independently.   
  • Data entry and entry level computer skills may be required.
  • Forklift and scissor lift training/experience helpful.

Physical Demands and Abilities

  • Regularly lift and/or move objects 10-50 lbs., occasionally use equipment to lift or move objects weighing more than 50 lbs. 
  • Able to work standing for an 8 hour shift.
  • Ability to work on a ladder or elevated platform.
  • Ability to work outside, under adverse weather conditions if necessary.


Additional Information

Compensation 

  • Full time, salaried position, 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri.
  • Competitive pay, negotiable and based on experience.
  • Opportunity for performance bonuses.

Benefits

  • Paid time off (vacation, holiday pay, sick pay)
  • Medical/Dental insurance benefit
  • Retirement plan benefit
  • Tuition reimbursement program benefit

NO IN-PERSON APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED - APPLY ONLINE/EMAIL ONLY

Cover letters encouraged with resume submission.  Please include salary requirements.



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