Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift

North Aurora · On-site

About this role

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for keeping things running smoothly?

We're seeking a skilled Industrial Mechanic to be a vital part of our team, ensuring peak performance of our plant and facility equipment.

From diagnosing and repairing to installing and modifying, your expertise will be crucial in maintaining our operations at their best. 

 

Pay starting at $29.60 per hour! 

 

 

Shift Availability: 

  • 7:30am-4pm 

 

Who we are … 

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere! 

 

What we offer… 

  • Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!  
  • Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities  
  • A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety  
  • Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement  
  • Paid holidays and paid time off  

 

What you’ll do… 

  • Install, diagnose, analyze, maintain, modify, repair and/or rebuild a variety of plant and facility equipment 
  • Perform preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning, or repairing equipment to detect and prevent problems to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly and operate efficiently 
  • Assist production personnel in change-over and set-ups 
  • Dismantle defective machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas or to install new or repaired parts 

 

What you’ll need...

  • Five (5) years’ experience performing preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair, or comparable experience with trade school or training
  • Special knowledge in use of hand-tools, power-tools and specialized knowledge in lock-out tab\g-out (LOTO) and introductory electrical knowledge to include basic wiring principles and basic electrical troubleshooting
  • Ability to perform root cause analysis, compare and investigate information, and recommend and implement resolution
  • Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
  • Advanced understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, temperature and pressure gauges
  • Understand manufacturing processes and able to inspect and repair or replace components
  • Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to modify basic reports, documents and spreadsheets in MS Word, and MS Excel
  • Experience operating test equipment and/or software

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Paper converting, chemical/plastics processing and/or packaging industrial experience
  • Vocational, Technical or Associate Degree in Machine Tool, Machine Maintenance, Industrial Electrician, Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls, Robotics or related field
  • Experience in electrical and mechanical trades such as HVAC, PLC, and CNC

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years.  We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at [email protected]. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at [email protected] for assistance.

Company at a glance

Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food and drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, our products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years.

Our customers around the world count on us for thoughtful design that truly meets the needs of their customers. We make products with dependable quality and deliver them with exceptional service.

Our commitment to environmental stewardship is best summarized by our Eco-Forward® Design Approach to sustainable food packaging. This approach guides how we source, design, manufacture, and transport products—as well as how we educate customers and consumers on proper disposal.

To learn more about our sustainability commitments, visit https://www.dartcontainer.com/sustainability/.

Social Media Guidelines: https://www.dartcontainer.com/social-media-community-guidelines/

Founded1937
Team Size10,001+ employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryPackaging and Containers Manufacturing
Location
North Aurora, Illinois, United States

Top Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401K
  • Pay Increases
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Job-related Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term Disability
  • Product Discounts

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