Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician - Plastic Injection Molding

City and State: Elgin, IL

Pay Rate: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Schedule/Shift: 1st Shift

Employment Type: Full-TimeSummary:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on plastic injection molding equipment and facility systems. This role supports production efficiency, equipment reliability, and workplace safety in a manufacturing environment.Responsibilities:- Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, diagrams, and technical manuals to diagnose equipment issues.
• Support mold changeovers, production startups, and emergency equipment repairs as needed.
• Assist with facility maintenance, utility systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:- High School Diploma or GED required.

• 1-3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably plastic injection molding.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently.
• Experience working with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and automated equipment systems.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License and ability to safely operate maintenance tools and diagnostic equipment.

Benefits:- Medical Plan

• Dental Plan
• Vision/Eyewear plan
• IL Paid Leave Hours
• 401k
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug reimbursement
• Short-term disability
• Referral bonuses

Four Ways To Apply for this position: (pick one)- Email your resume to crystallakeil@expresspros.com

• Apply online and submit the application to the Crystal Lake, IL location
• Call or text at 815-788-8556
• Visit our office at 580 E. Terra Cotta Ave. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 or 750 S. 8th St. West Dundee, IL 60118

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You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Testing
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Hydraulic Systems & Components
• Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)