Overview

We are seeking a proactive Project Coordinator to join our maintenance team at our facility located in Chicago, IL, 60609. As a Project Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful and efficient operation of our new 2nd shift. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Provide back-up technical support for maintenance manager and production. This is a hands-on job and

requires extensive experience in mechanical, electrical and automation fundamentals in an industrial

environment or field service role to be successful. NOTE: Depending on the task being performed, wearing

personal protective equipment is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and resolves production and facility challenges, or assists employees in solving production

problems.

• Assists with organizing, coordinating, and implementing various sections of maintenance and engineering

projects both large and small.

• Evaluates production processes for potential improvements in efficiency, ergonomics and safety.

• Schedules activities to observe priority of interest. Effectively communicates with production managements

to determine when production related items should be addressed.

• Trains staff and provides feedback to the supervisor.

• Reviews and evaluates results of tests.

• Assists with maintaining computerized maintenance management work orders and assigns tasks as needed.

• Assists with maintaining crib inventory.

• Prepares reports on progress and recommends the addition, expansion or discontinuance of projects.

• Does all other duties as assigned including line/machinery set-up.

Qualifications

• A combination of over four years of directly related training and/or experience is typically required for carrying out the responsibilities for this job.
• High School Diploma or Trade School Certificate with a minimum of six months of related mechanical/electrical experience preferred
• Must be familiar with the general industrial equipment
• Ability to make quick, accurate repairs to machinery and/or work with an outside contractor as directed by the Maintenance Manager
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical drawings, schemes and procedure manuals
• Ability to speak English
• Ability to understand trigonometry and geometry as necessary
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure.
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to identify and address project-related challenges.
• Ability to multi-task under pressure.

- Proficiency in Standard Microsoft Office Applications

For a list of mandatory training for this position, please see the Training Plan

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Industrial Robot Programming
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• PLC Programming Experience
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Servo Motors
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• ERP Software
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Conveyor Systems

Salary info:

$30 - $35 / hr