What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Maintenance Technician- Packaging position at WaveCrest Staffing Group?
We’re hiring an Industrial Maintenance Tech- Packaging to support a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment producing high-volume consumer products. In this role, you’ll keep high-speed packaging and liquid filling lines running safely and efficiently by performing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic maintenance. This team is known for low overtime expectations, great work-life balance, and a tight-knit culture where everyone contributes.
Pay: $28-$35/hr
Schedule Options
1st shift: 4:30am-3:00pm plus OT as needed
3rd shift: 10:00pm-7:00am with minimal OT
Type of Job: Contract to permanent
Location: Countryside, IL
Benefits Offered
Medical/dental coverage!
Weekly pay!
401k and PTO after 6 months!
Great benefit package offered upon conversion!
Industrial Maintenance Tech- Packaging Daily Tasks
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on packaging and liquid filling equipment (filling, capping, labeling, conveyors).
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic failures, identifying root causes and implementing effective repairs.
Work with basic electrical systems—including DC controls and 120/208/480V—when diagnosing equipment issues.
Use blueprints, schematics, and manuals to guide repairs and equipment adjustments.
Document work orders, parts used, and corrective actions in a CMMS.
Collaborate with maintenance planning and parts coordination teams to reduce downtime and ensure parts availability.
Follow all safety standards and support continuous improvement activities.
Industrial Maintenance Tech- Packaging Qualifications/Requirements
3 years industrial maintenance experience in a high-speed packaging or manufacturing environment.
Hands-on Experience With Liquid Filling Equipment Strongly Preferred.
Working knowledge of basic electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and machine shop tools.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment documentation.
Basic computer skills (CMMS, MS Office).
High School Diploma required; industrial maintenance or electrical certifications are a plus.
We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!
#INDBH
Pay: $28-$35/hr
Schedule Options
1st shift: 4:30am-3:00pm plus OT as needed
3rd shift: 10:00pm-7:00am with minimal OT
Type of Job: Contract to permanent
Location: Countryside, IL
Benefits Offered
Medical/dental coverage!
Weekly pay!
401k and PTO after 6 months!
Great benefit package offered upon conversion!
Industrial Maintenance Tech- Packaging Daily Tasks
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on packaging and liquid filling equipment (filling, capping, labeling, conveyors).
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic failures, identifying root causes and implementing effective repairs.
Work with basic electrical systems—including DC controls and 120/208/480V—when diagnosing equipment issues.
Use blueprints, schematics, and manuals to guide repairs and equipment adjustments.
Document work orders, parts used, and corrective actions in a CMMS.
Collaborate with maintenance planning and parts coordination teams to reduce downtime and ensure parts availability.
Follow all safety standards and support continuous improvement activities.
Industrial Maintenance Tech- Packaging Qualifications/Requirements
3 years industrial maintenance experience in a high-speed packaging or manufacturing environment.
Hands-on Experience With Liquid Filling Equipment Strongly Preferred.
Working knowledge of basic electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and machine shop tools.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment documentation.
Basic computer skills (CMMS, MS Office).
High School Diploma required; industrial maintenance or electrical certifications are a plus.
We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!
#INDBH
Salary : $28 - $35