Senior Reliability & Automation Technician -- Rubber Molding Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Reliability & Automation Technician — Rubber Molding Operations

Where: Chicago, IL (Onsite) | When: Day Shift, 4:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Ready to drive uptime?

Do you excel at decoding PLC ladder logic, taming high-pressure hydraulics, and leading others through urgent line recoveries? If so, you’ll thrive supporting our rubber molding production assets.

What you will do

• Diagnose and repair multi-stage hydraulic molding presses, accumulators, cylinders, directional valves, and proportional pumps.
• Work across automation and controls: troubleshoot I/O, VFDs, sensors, relays, and PLC systems up to 480V; interpret and resolve PLC ladder logic issues.
• Maintain thermal and utility systems: steam boiler lines, electric heating platens, temperature controllers, hot oil units, and cooling tower circuits.
• Lead complex overhauls and rebuilds—swap large bearings, gearboxes, and drive shafts; service automated transport mechanisms.
• Plan and execute safe heavy rigging to relocate or realign presses and auxiliary equipment.
• Run preventive and predictive maintenance via CMMS; document work thoroughly and optimize PM/PdM strategies.
• Audit spare parts inventory; spearhead emergency troubleshooting during active production breakdowns.
• Assign work orders, track progress, and mentor junior maintenance technicians.
• Champion safety: follow LOTO, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and site procedures; keep the shop clean, organized, and inspection-ready. Perform additional duties as assigned.

What you bring

• 5+ years in industrial plant maintenance, including 2+ years in rubber molding, plastic injection molding, or heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Preferred: technical trade education, vocational certification, or mechanical/electrical apprenticeship.
• Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC troubleshooting experience.
• Fluency with hydraulic schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and pneumatic layouts.
• Verified LOTO training; forklift, aerial lift, and overhead crane certifications preferred.
• Tool proficiency: DMMs, insulation testers, hydraulic pressure gauges, precision micrometers, welding equipment, heavy rigging tools.
• Intermediate Microsoft Word and Excel.

How you work

• Expert mechanical/hydraulic/electrical/PLC troubleshooting.
• Strong communicator and coach; leads under pressure.
• Analytical problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Uncompromising on safety and documentation accuracy.

Physical realities

• Lift up to 75 lbs routinely.
• Climb, work at heights, enter confined spaces, and stand/walk on concrete for 8–12 hours.
• Operate in elevated temperatures, around steam systems, chemical odors, and high noise with required PPE.

Work setup, travel, and pay

Onsite at our Chicago, IL facility with no anticipated travel.

Hourly pay: $40.00–$45.00, full-time hourly.

Benefits that back you

Comprehensive medical and prescription coverage, dental and vision, wellness programs, life insurance, a robust 401(k), paid time off, and an employee stock grant—designed to support your health, wealth, and well-being.

Our purpose

At Ingersoll Rand (NYSE: IR), we power mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ trusted brands. Our ownership mindset means we continuously improve, innovate, and deliver in the most demanding conditions. Discover more at

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.