3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic

Illinois Tool Works · Solon · $29–$35/hr (stated in the posting)

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Job Description:

Permatex, a leading manufacturer of premium chemical products, is looking for a skilled 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic to keep our production operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably. If you’re hands-on, technically sharp, and take pride in preventative maintenance and precision repairs, we want to meet you.

🚀 What You’ll Do

As a key member of our Maintenance team, you will:

• Troubleshoot and perform complex repairs on filling, packaging, mixing, and building equipment

• Disassemble, repair, and rebuild production machinery with minimal supervision

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance across facility and production equipment

• Diagnose electrical systems using a multimeter (24VDC & 120VAC I/O controls)

• Work with PLC systems, air logic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems

• Interpret blueprints, machine drawings, and schematics to determine root cause

• Perform advanced electrical, welding, plumbing, and carpentry repairs

• Fabricate fixtures and parts using machine tools when needed

• Train and guide other mechanics while maintaining high workmanship standards

• Initiate work orders and document repairs and abnormal conditions

🛠 What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED

• 3–5 years of technical trade experience in industrial maintenance

• Strong industrial electrical troubleshooting background (highly preferred)

• Experience with PLCs, controls, hydraulics & pneumatics

• Ability to troubleshoot using a multimeter

• Experience operating powered industrial trucks (a plus)

• Mechanical aptitude with strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in active manufacturing environments

💪 Work Environment

This is a hands-on manufacturing role requiring:

• Standing/walking for most of your shift

• Climbing, bending, lifting, and twisting

• Working around chemicals, noise, heat/cold, and heights

🌟 Why Permatex?

• Stable, established chemical manufacturer

• Team-focused environment

• Opportunities to mentor and grow

• Work where your technical expertise truly matters

If you’re ready to bring your electrical and mechanical expertise to a fast-paced manufacturing environment and keep production running at peak performance — apply today and power the next shift at Permatex.

Compensation Information:

This position pays between $29-$35 an hour depending on experience and job history. There is also a $1/hr differential for 3rd Shift.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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