Lead Maintenance Technician

Hunter Foundry; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production machinery and facility systems. The role requires hands-on leadership and proactive maintenance to ensure uptime.

Ideal candidates will have 5–7 years in industrial maintenance, with at least 2 years in a lead role, and strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, plus PLC-driven equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in industrial or equipment maintenance.
• At least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and PLC-controlled equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily maintenance operations, providing guidance and technical support.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment modifications.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities in the CMMS system.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and safety teams to improve reliability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies.
• Train maintenance staff on repair techniques, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Coordinate vendor and contractor maintenance activities as needed.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

PLC-controlled equipment

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or technical certification in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or related field

Tools

CMMS

PLC hardware knowledge

Job description

About Hunter Foundr

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation is a global leader in automated matchplate molding and mold handling equipment for the foundry industry. With decades of innovation and excellence, we design and manufacture advanced machinery that supports efficient, high-quality metal casting operations.

Position Summary

The Lead Maintenance Technician will oversee and perform maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production machinery, Manufacturing equipment, and facility systems. This hands-on role requires strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and a proactive approach to ensure uptime and reliability of all manufacturing and facility assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily maintenance operations, providing guidance and technical support to maintenance technicians.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on manufacturing equipment.
• Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment modifications.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts usage, and equipment performance in the CMMS system.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and safety teams to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
• Train maintenance staff on proper repair techniques, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Coordinate vendor and contractor maintenance activities when required.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or technical certification in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in industrial or equipment maintenance, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, PLC-controlled equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Experience with casting or heavy industrial machinery strongly preferred.

Job Title: Lead Maintenance Technician

Location: Schaumburg, IL (Moving to Bensenville IL in few months)

Company: Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation