Senior Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Senior Maintenance Technician for 1st Shift at our Richmond, Illinois manufacturing facility. You will diagnose complex equipment issues, lead major repairs and reliability projects, and develop other maintenance technicians.

• Location: Richmond, IL

• Work Arrangement: On-site

• Schedule: 1st Shift

• Pay: $30/hour

• Employment Type: Full-time / Hourly

What You'll Do as a Senior Maintenance Technician

• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.

• Plan, coordinate, and complete major equipment repairs, rebuilds, and installations.

• Lead root cause analyses for recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

• Partner with engineering and operations to improve equipment design, reliability, and efficiency.

• Develop standard operating procedures, preventive maintenance practices, and long-term maintenance strategies.

• Train, mentor, and certify Level 1 and Level 2 maintenance technicians.

• Manage contractors and vendors performing specialized maintenance work.

• Lead continuous improvement projects that increase uptime, reduce costs, and strengthen safety while maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

What You'll BringRequired Qualifications

• At least five years of maintenance or skilled-trade experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated expertise across multiple technical disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

• Advanced knowledge of equipment troubleshooting, repair methods, and preventive maintenance.

• Ability to identify root causes, develop long-term solutions, and lead reliability improvements.

• Proven ability to train and mentor other maintenance technicians.

• Strong collaboration skills for working with engineering, quality, operations, contractors, and vendors.

• Ability to prioritize complex work and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.

• No specific degree or formal education credential is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical, electrical, or multi-skill trade certification or license.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This role involves standing, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching for extended periods, potentially up to 12 hours.

• Employees in this role frequently lift, carry, push, or pull materials, tools, and small parts weighing up to 50 pounds.

• The position requires manual dexterity for handling tools and materials and visual acuity for reading gauges and manuals and completing detailed inspections.

• Work may take place in noisy, hot, or confined spaces.

• Consistent use of required personal protective equipment is expected.

The physical requirements described above represent those needed to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

Eligible employees across MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health, financial well-being, time away, and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans

• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage

• Paid parental leave

• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources

• Virtual healthcare resources

• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities

• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

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Pre-Employment Requirements

After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen. Testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law.

About MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.

Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, complete an assessment, or participate in the hiring process, contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

\nCompany Description

At MacLean-Fogg, you’ll be part of a global manufacturing leader with a 100-year legacy of innovation and excellence. We partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands to create high-quality fasteners, components, and engineered solutions for industries that shape the future. With the recent addition of Mallard Manufacturing, we’ve expanded into industry-leading gravity flow solutions for material handling. Here, your ideas and skills will make an impact—driving cutting-edge solutions, advancing sustainability, and helping build a better tomorrow. Join a collaborative team where your contributions matter and your career can thrive.

Company Description

At MacLean-Fogg, you’ll be part of a global manufacturing leader with a 100-year legacy of innovation and excellence. We partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands to create high-quality fasteners, components, and engineered solutions for industries that shape the future. With the recent addition of Mallard Manufacturing, we’ve expanded into industry-leading gravity flow solutions for material handling. Here, your ideas and skills will make an impact—driving cutting-edge solutions, advancing sustainability, and helping build a better tomorrow. Join a collaborative team where your contributions matter and your career can thrive.