Job Details

Lead Maintenance Technician (1st Shift) – Des Plaines, IL
Hourly Wage: $35–$45/Hour + Time-and-a-Half Overtime
Benefits: Growth Potential, 401(k) with Match, Top-of-the-Line Health/Vision/Dental, 3 Weeks PTO

We are a manufacturing company with over 75 years of history, specializing in producing high-quality industrial equipment for customers across North America. Our products range from precision components to large-scale machinery, designed to deliver reliability and performance across various industries. With facilities strategically located throughout the Midwest, we are committed to innovation, quality, and the professional growth of our team.

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician (1st Shift) to contribute and grow within our Des Plaines facility.

We’re looking for a hands-on problem-solver with a knack for keeping machines running smoothly, someone who thrives in a fast-paced industrial setting. As a Lead Maintenance Technician, you’ll report to our Director of Maintenance and Engineering and play a key role in ensuring our equipment operates at peak performance. You’ll perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting problems, and support other team members to keep our production lines rolling.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist in installation, preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and modifications of conveyor, electrical, building, and mechanical systems on facility or automation equipment
• Start machines and observe mechanical/electrical operations to determine efficiency and detect problems
• Read work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment require repair or maintenance
• Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas for repair
• Reassemble machines after completing repair or maintenance work
• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists
• Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment
• Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies to maintain adequate stock
• Record repair and machine maintenance information accurately
• Communicate effectively with teammates
• Share knowledge and help train others

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• 4+ years of maintenance technician experience in manufacturing/industrial setting
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Office
• knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Electrical knowledge (up to 480V) and familiarity with state and national electrical codes

Why Us?
We’re focused on making a difference for our clients and their customers. We believe in teamwork, growth, and continuous improvement. When you join our maintenance crew, you're not just fixing machines, you’re helping us build a better, stronger future for all.