Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Industrial Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift
Location: Wood Dale, IL
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Overtime Available: Saturdays as needed
Pay: $28-$35+/hour based on experience
Benefits: Full Benefits Package

Kelly is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to support our aluminum die casting manufacturing operations. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation. If you have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on aluminum die casting machines, furnaces, trim presses, and auxiliary equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic systems, pumps, valves, and cylinders.
• Inspect and maintain furnaces, ladles, cooling systems, and die temperature control units.
• Troubleshoot and repair conveyors, robotics, and automated production equipment.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and machine repairs as needed.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and electrical components.
• Maintain plant utility systems including air compressors, cooling towers, and water systems.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and identify potential failures before they occur.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Follow all OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
• Support production teams with equipment adjustments and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Previous industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment preferred.
• Basic welding and fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working in a hot manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely perform maintenance tasks around industrial machinery.

Preferred Experience
Experience in one or more of the following industries is highly preferred:

• Aluminum Die Casting
• Metal Stamping
• Foundry Operations
• Automotive Manufacturing
• Injection Molding
• Heavy Industrial Manufacturing

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Consistent 1st shift schedule
• Overtime opportunities available
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable and growing manufacturing operation
• Opportunity to work with advanced industrial equipment and automation

Apply today and bring your maintenance expertise to a team that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement!  Please use this link to schedule directly on my calendar  

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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