Production Assistant jobs in Peoria, IL

Company Mission: To be the premier employer for individuals with disabilities.

Title: Maintenance

Brief Description: Responsible for maintaining the machinery and making sure the equipment is safe for employees to operate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain production equipment and machinery.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance on equipment in production.
• Assure that the equipment is working properly and safe to use.
• Keep accurate and updated records of maintenance in compliance with ISO.
• Dismantle and analyze defects.
• Troubleshoot machinery issues.
• Determine and make necessary repairs on simple and complex machines.
• Receives coolant, ensures everything is hooked up correctly, dips the tanks, and takes measurements.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build and repair work tables, benches, etc.
• Keep the maintenance shop clean and organized.
• Make pick-ups and deliveries when needed.
• Prioritize and organize the completion of multiple tasks.

Strength/Physical Demands:

• Lift a maximum of 75 pounds.
• Stand on your feet for 8 hours or more.
• Be able to work on a high lift and ladders.

Work Conditions:

• Fast-paced work environment.
• Willing to work 40 hours per week.
• Work with limited supervision and follow detailed instructions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Mechanical abilities.
• Skills in carpentry, plumbing, electronics, electrical, welding, painting, writing and communication.
• Must be able to drive and have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to read blue prints and follow owner manuals for equipment.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year PLC experience preferred
• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting experience required
• 5 years' experience as a maintenance worker

HOURS ARE MONDAY - FRIDAY 7:00AM - 3:30PM