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Maintenance Technician - Manufacturing (1st Shift)

Apply Now Submit a Referral Job ID REF14544G Date posted 09/12/2024 Address 111 West Park Drive, Kalkaska, MI Job Type Full-time Job Status Non-Exempt

$2,500 SIGN-ON / RETENTION BONUS!  $250 paid at hire, $500 paid at 3/6/9 months, $750 paid after one year of employment.  Compensation based on qualifications.

Coding Products (Kalkaska, MI) is a member of the Specialty Films division of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW), a Fortune 200 global diversified industrial manufacturer.  We offer a safe, clean work environment with a stable company that has been specializing in the development and manufacture of standard and custom printing ribbons for over 40 years. 

Our employees enjoy a full benefit package which includes competitively priced medical plan options with FSA and HSA plans, dental, prescription drug, vision, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, wellness programs, employee discounts, 12 paid holidays per year, vacation and sick time starting in year of hire, and a corporate matching gift program for charitable donations! 


The Level 2 Maintenance Technician works independently, with engineering and other maintenance/plant personnel to perform preventative and routine maintenance tasks.  The technician will troubleshoot equipment issues, repair failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. All tasks are performed while supporting the safety policies, financial goals, and objectives of the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Repair and maintain plant machinery and equipment such as mixers, coating equipment, slitters, compressed air systems, pumps and facilities equipment/infrastructure
  • Provide general preventative maintenance of HVAC systems equipment (non-coolant applications)
  • Provide general electrical repair/maintenance and installation electronic controls/equipment
  • Perform electrical shutdown/startup of low to medium voltage equipment
  • Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and adjustments on all production and facilities equipment
  • Participate in plant safety and continuous improvement programs
  • Ensure all safety procedures, practices, and regulations are followed
  • Purchase replacement and repair parts to rebuild/repair equipment in a timely manner within budgetary constraints.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • High school diploma or GED. Post-secondary education in HVAC, electronics or industrial mechanics preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a maintenance role in a manufacturing environment working with hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanics troubleshooting and repair.  Experience in the converting or printing industries a plus.
  • Ability to utilize illustrated parts breakdown manuals and operational manuals in the installation, repair, modification and maintenance of equipment

ITW Specialty Films is a division of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW), a Fortune 200 global diversified industrial manufacturer.  ITW Specialty Films designs, manufactures and markets specialized coated and/or metalized films for the Card, Security, and Medical markets.  We offer a safe, clean work environment with a stable company. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system due to your disability, please email hrdept@itwsf.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.

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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At ITW, we value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

Equal Opportunities

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. Read more information here.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access this online application system process due to your disability, please email corp_accessibility@itw.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.