Maintenance Technician

Location: Aurora, IL
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Pay: $36-$42 an hour depending on experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience working with motors, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine controls
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

• Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment and electrical controls
• Experience with AC/DC drives and industrial automation systems
• Experience using CMMS or computerized maintenance management systems
• Manufacturing maintenance experience

Pregis is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting safe, efficient production operations.

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, PLC, and drive systems
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repair situations
• Perform equipment inspections and complete scheduled maintenance activities
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders using CMMS
• Support production equipment, utility systems, and facility support equipment
• Communicate equipment issues and repair updates with production teams and leadership
• Assist with maintenance parts inventory and stock management
• Follow OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash, and all company safety procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that improve equipment performance and reliability

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work on feet for extended periods
• Ability to safely work around production and maintenance equipment

• Indoor manufacturing environment
• Exposure to moving mechanical equipment
• Temperatures may exceed 90°F
• Humidity levels may exceed 80%
• Noise levels may exceed 85 dB
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Training and Development Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Stable, Growing Manufacturing Environment
• Safety-Focused Culture