What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Electromechanical Systems Technician position at Novolex Corporate?
Industrial Electromechanical Systems Technician
Location: Alsip, IL
A day in the role
When your shift begins, you gear up with PPE and step onto the floor ready to keep production moving. You scan equipment status, listen for radio calls, and jump into action—diagnosing electrical issues, tracing root causes, and solving problems before they can slow us down. You move confidently between control panels and machinery: reading ladder logic on Allen-Bradley PLCs, tuning VFDs, and working with 24VDC and 120VAC control wiring. Whether it's rebuilding a drive motor, repairing an air valve, or swapping a transformer, you execute precise, safe work that maintains product quality and uptime.
Throughout the day, you stay ahead of potential failures by monitoring plant assets and facilities, performing upgrades and modifications, and documenting everything you complete. You collaborate with production to hit targets, respond quickly to emergencies to minimize downtime, and uphold GMP and safety standards—steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and hair/beard nets when required.
Shifts
- Days: 5am–5pm
- Nights: 5pm–5am
Compensation
- Starting pay: $28–$31/hour
- Sign-on bonus: $2,100
What you will tackle
- Adhere to PPE and GMP requirements; maintain quality standards in all tasks
- Diagnose electrical malfunctions and perform root cause analysis to resolve issues
- Monitor radio traffic and respond to calls promptly
- Work with control wiring (24VDC and 120VAC) and step-up/step-down transformers
- Read ladder logic and troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley)
- Perform plant electrical wiring, repairs, modifications, and upgrades
- Proactively inspect equipment/facilities to prevent problems
- Execute emergency repairs rapidly to minimize downtime
- Repair air valves, broken machine parts, and rebuild drive motors
- Stay familiar with all plant electrical equipment and keep accurate maintenance records
- Support and achieve production goals established by management
Qualifications
- 4 years as a maintenance mechanic/technician in a manufacturing environment
- Hands-on experience with VFD drives and PLC systems
- Electrical training/experience with 480V 3-phase and machine controls
- Background in manufacturing methods and process improvement programs/procedures
- Forklift operating experience
- Comfort juggling priorities in a fast-paced setting
- Safety mindset and a drive to keep learning and developing
- Completion of training courses as assigned by management
- Overtime flexibility when required
Core proficiencies
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- 120/208/240/480 voltage systems
- Electrical troubleshooting and repair
Machines and technologies
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen-Bradley)
- Conveyor systems
- Servo motors
Compliance
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen
- Ability performs the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation
Ready to keep critical equipment running and make a measurable impact on uptime and quality? Apply today.
Salary : $28 - $31