Industrial Maintenance Electrician (PLC & Controls)

Henkel Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henkel Corporation in Chicago, IL, is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to support chemical manufacturing operations. The role involves troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, diagnosing PLC-driven equipment, and ensuring safe, compliant operations.

You will read schematics and diagrams, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and reliability across production lines.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems supporting chemical manufacturing operations.
• Diagnose and repair motors, drives, PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, conveyors, pumps, mixers, and automated production systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability, uptime, and production efficiency.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation, control devices, and electrical components used in chemical processing operations.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hazardous energy control, and chemical handling procedures.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives and root cause corrective actions.

Job description

Henkel Corporation in Chicago, IL, is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to support chemical manufacturing operations. The role involves troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, diagnosing PLC-driven equipment, and ensuring safe, compliant operations.

You will read schematics and diagrams, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and reliability across production lines.