Maintenance Technician

Who we are
At Aptar, we use insights, design, engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers, and, in turn, make a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of people around the world.
Every day, Aptar creates "a-ha moments" for its customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems, including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment.
We have manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and South America and over 14,000 dedicated employees in some 20 countries.
You should work here because we:

• Attract and develop high performing people.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.
• Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.

What's new with Aptar
We have an exciting position open in Cary, IL: Master Mechanic This position will be based in Cary and will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of all facility related equipment as well as manufacturing and support equipement. Will also be responsible for product safety and quality of goods produced.
This is how your journey begins

• Executes work orders in a timely fashion
• Troubleshoots and repairs facility and production support equipment
• Communicates effectively concerning facility and equipment
• Participates in and supports team related maintenance activities
• Accesses computer records relating to preventative maintenance utilizing PC's and related software
• Performs housekeeping duties within their work area which includes production and other facility/maintenance areas
• Identify and drive areas of continuous improvement
• Complies with all facility safety requirements
• Works holidays, overtime and call-ins as needed

What you will bring on the journey
Education

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent; two years trade or technical schooling or certification preferred

Experience

• Four years as a maintenance, journeyman mechanic or similar position

Skills

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Must be able to climb ladders to access work areas
• Must have knowledge of at least 4 of the following areas: pneumatics, mechanical systems, injection molding (for molding facilities), HVAC systems, hydraulics, electrical and electronics
• Must have working knowledge of electrical systems including single and 3 phase up to 480 volt
• Must be able to read hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and facility blueprints
• Must provide own tools and toolbox
• Must be able to run all general shop equipment related to the job
• Must be able to hear warning signals and verbal alerts to avoid injury
• Must be able to work as a member of a team, have high energy level and be able to work well under pressure
• Must be able to read, write and speak English in order to communicate and understand relevant information relating to the job
• Must be able to discern shades of color and color differences relating to machine and component parts
• Must be willing to be certified on a forklift and scissor lift
• Must possess basic PC skills such as Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Outlook

What we offer:

• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan
• Innovative benefits plan, which includes 401k plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.

Be You. Be Aptar
Aptar is an equal employment opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.