Maintenance Lead-3rd Shift
Job in
Gilberts, Kane County, Illinois, 60136, USA
Listed on 2026-07-01
Listing for:
York Container Company Midwest
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrical Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Maintenance Lead Job
Reports To:
Maintenance ManagerFLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt Scheduled
Shift: 10 pm to 6 am
* Overtime as needed (10/12 hours)
Pay: $40-$45 per hour Benefits:401(k) + matching
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance – PPO and HDHP plans available
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off9 Paid Holidays Core
Purpose:
Always Meet Customers’ Expectations Core Values:
Exceptional Customer Experiences... always
Work as One Team Our people are our Family Your word is your Bond Think and act as an Owner Environmental Leadership
Job Summary:
The Maintenance Lead is responsible for leading daily maintenance operations within the facility to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient equipment performance. This position coordinates maintenance team activities, prioritizes repairs, supports preventative maintenance programs, and assists with troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
Leadership & Team Coordination Assign and prioritize daily maintenance work orders and repair activities
Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance technicians
Monitor work completion and ensure repairs are documented accurately
Coordinate emergency breakdown response efforts
Communicate equipment status and repair priorities with production leadership
Support training and development of maintenance personnel
Promote a safe and organized work environment
Essential Lead
Job Functions:
Mechanical, Electrical & Preventative Maintenance Responsibilities Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair corrugators, converting equipment, conveyors, glue systems, pumps, motors, and other production machinery
Identify and repair air, water, glue, oil, steam, vacuum, pneumatic, and hydraulic system leaks
Troubleshoot and repair pumps, pump systems, cylinders, and related mechanical components
Install, replace, maintain, and align:
Bearings Bushings Locking collars
Chains and sprockets
Belts and pulleys
Rollers and shafts
Gearboxes
Tensioners and related drive components
Perform precision alignment, squaring, tensioning, and tolerance adjustments on equipment and machinery
Disassemble, rebuild, and reassemble production equipment, racking systems, and machinery components
Fabricate, modify, and repair damaged parts and equipment using welding, cutting, grinding, machining, fastening, and other repair techniques
Assist with equipment installations, rebuilds, roll changes, shutdowns, and major repair projects
Lead rigging and setup activities for large repairs and equipment changeovers
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals
Analyze machine performance and operating conditions to diagnose failures and determine effective corrective actions
Electrical & Controls Support Perform basic industrial electrical troubleshooting and repairs
Assist with troubleshooting:
Motors
SensorsVFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)
PLC-controlled equipment
Drive systems and electrical controls
Support maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical panels and control systems
Work with outside vendors, contractors, and service technicians as needed
Preventative & Predictive Maintenance Support and enforce preventative and predictive maintenance programs
Complete and document preventative maintenance tasks according to schedule
Assist with identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and uptime
Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair history, labor tracking, and parts usage documentation
Assist in minimizing downtime through proactive maintenance and continuous improvement efforts
Other Functions & Employee Expectations In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, the employee is expected to support overall operational effectiveness and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment.
Support continuous improvement efforts by following best practices and providing feedback to enhance processes and efficiency
Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment that encourages learning, skill development, and overall team success
Assist in training, mentoring, and…
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