Industrial Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician

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, wed 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

• 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!