Electromechanical Maintenance Specialist — Heavy Manufacturing

Can you keep a plant humming at 2 a.m.?

If your answer is yes, you might be the Electromechanical Maintenance Specialist we need in Leetonia, OH. You’ll safeguard uptime on aluminum extrusion and casting equipment by solving complex problems across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, and PLC systems.

Shift

Night shift, 6pm–6am, rotating weekends.

What you’ll do

• Respond fast to breakdown calls from any department; partner with plant leadership to set repair priorities.
• Diagnose and fix: bearings, couplings, gear reducers, alignments; hydraulic/pneumatic components; combustion systems; power supplies, processors, PCBs; relay logic and PLC faults.
• Own preventive maintenance on extrusion presses and auxiliary systems, melting furnaces, casting units, billet saws, and homogenizing furnaces.
• Daily system health checks: air (compressors, oil, filters, dryers), water (levels, quality, filtration), and presses (oil levels/leaks, billet heaters, cutoff saws, transfers, stretchers).
• Install/modify equipment to boost reliability, simplify operation, and improve safety.
• Close out work promptly in the CMMS with accurate documentation.
• Follow all safety and work rules; maintain clean workspaces and assist with shop housekeeping.
• Take on other tasks that support production goals.

Must-haves

• Associate's degree or equivalent technical training.
• 5+ years of relevant maintenance experience (or equivalent education/experience mix) in manufacturing (5–7 years preferred).
• 2–5 years of electrical experience required; 5–7 years preferred.
• Proficiency in welding; hydraulic/pneumatic circuits; relay and PLC logic; bearings and gear reducers; equipment alignment; and piping installation.
• Ability to read safety rules, procedures, maintenance documents, electrical measurement instrumentation, prints/schematics, ladder diagrams, and BOMs.
• Capable of writing clear reports and correspondence; solid math skills (whole numbers, fractions, decimals).
• Comfort with rulers, micrometers, and related measuring tools.
• Problem-solve with multiple concrete variables in standardized settings.
• Consistent, dependable attendance.

What’s in it for you

• Medical, dental, vision; disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Competitive pay plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and professional development
• Real paths for career growth and advancement
• Daily pay option
• Relocation assistance

Culture you can feel

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful
• Values you can count on: Safety, Integrity, Caring, Growth
• Tuition reimbursement; employee discount program
• Wellness incentives
• Team celebrations and events

Who we are

Pennex is a leading aluminum partner with advanced facilities in Ohio and Pennsylvania. We cast billet, extrude custom shapes, and fabricate components for automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables, and distribution markets. Our edge is how we work: we innovate, we protect our people, and we invest in our communities — all guided by Safety, Integrity, Caring, and Growth.

Pay transparency

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal opportunity and accommodations

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran, or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennex.com.

Eligibility and screening

Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Confidentiality Agreement Required:Yes