Lead Maintenance Technician — 1st Shift (Manufacturing)

Axion Recruitment Limited; Illinois; On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Axion Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for 1st shift in West Chicago, IL. The role entails leading maintenance on production equipment and facility systems, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

You will schedule work orders, coordinate repairs, and manage spare parts while ensuring compliance with maintenance procedures. The position requires leadership experience and strong hands-on technical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee maintenance activities for production equipment and facility systems.
• Schedule and prioritize daily maintenance work orders to support production.
• Coordinate repairs and minimize equipment downtime.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Oversee building systems: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Axion Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for 1st shift in West Chicago, IL. The role entails leading maintenance on production equipment and facility systems, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

You will schedule work orders, coordinate repairs, and manage spare parts while ensuring compliance with maintenance procedures. The position requires leadership experience and strong hands-on technical skills.