Job Information
ITW Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician II in Bartlett, Illinois
Job Description:
Division Summary
ITW Residential Mechanical Fastening offers a broad range of professional grade tools and fasteners for numerous construction applications. Our products include structural wood fasteners (GRK Fasteners™), concrete anchoring systems (Tapcon®, Red Head®, Ramset®), underlayment screws (Backer-On Rock-On ®), self-drilling screws (Teks®) and drywall anchoring systems (E-Z Ancor®). ITW Residential Mechanical Fastening excels in meeting the growing demands from Pro end-users for high-quality home improvement and construction fastening products. Our products are trusted by industry professionals and each brand is the market leader in its respective category in terms of quality, performance and ease of use.
Position Summary
This hands-on role supports the production floor by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining high‑speed automated packaging machinery and related support equipment. Responsibilities also include contributing to cost‑saving initiatives, process improvements, and facility maintenance. This is a 1st shift position (6:00 am – 2:30 pm).
Primary Responsibilities
Hands-on maintaining, repairing, and rebuilding of high-speed packaging and auxiliary machinery in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This includes but is not limited to mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, facility, and grounds.
Independently diagnose root causes of mechanical, electro‑mechanical, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic equipment issues and perform repairs.
Keep all manufacturing lines up and running and assist manufacturing and engineering teams with problems relating to packaged product quality and machine safety, including use of lock out / tag out procedures.
Support maintenance of facility & grounds equipment & building security systems.
Follow and implement safety and housekeeping procedures, including participating in 6S activities.
Maintain, identify, and replenish spare parts and tool inventory, ensuring timely replenishment of hand tools, power tools, and consumables.
Perform routine inspections to identify developing issues and schedule necessary repairs.
Identify and tag safety hazards on machinery and in work areas.
Track machine downtime each shift to support machine maintenance projects.
Collaborate with team members and participate in team events and meetings.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
HS Diploma or GED required; Associate degree with emphasis in electrical/electronic or automation preferred.
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
Familiarity with electrical components (drives, power supplies, amplifiers, transformers, relays, capacitors, resistors, reed/limit switches, photoelectric devices).
Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits using resistance, current, and voltage measurements.
Ability to read and understand pneumatic diagrams.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair pneumatic circuits.
Ability to read mechanical drawings, part diagrams, and assembly layouts.
Perform mechanical assembly, alignment, and disassembly of moderate complexity.
Use precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, gauge pins, feeler gauges) for troubleshooting and verification.
Create simple sketches for repairs or modifications.
Communicate effectively with OEMs and outside vendors for troubleshooting and specialized tasks.
Track and report systemic equipment issues to engineering.
Safely operate hand and shop tools including grinders, sanders, band saws, drill presses, manual mills, and hand drills.
Apply basic metalworking skills (drilling, tapping, filing, reaming, milling).
Ability to interpret complex instructions, blueprints, sketches, and schematics.
Related licenses/certifications are a plus.
Able to work in a team environment.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to heat, dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a distribution warehouse environment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to be present and walk through an active construction site in various weather conditions. Be able to follow and use specific job site safety equipment and procedures. Must be able to handle various company products such as steel products, tools, and construction chemicals while following proper safety guidelines established by the company. Ability to hear safety noises in the facility as well. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Compensation Information:
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in creating an environment where you can thrive—both personally and professionally. For more details, visit our Benefits page (https://myitwhr.com/) .
In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.
Hourly base salary for this position is $42 – 48. Please note that this hourly wage information serves as a general guideline. Company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
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.