Machinist

MSR Technology Group; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MSR Technology Group in Franklin Park, IL is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Mechanic to support our roll-forming manufacturing operation. You will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment on the shop floor.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical skills and a willingness to learn; training will be provided on our lines. The role requires safety-mindedness and the ability to work overtime or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical skills and interest in learning industrial equipment.
• Experience as automotive/mechanical roles is acceptable.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and troubleshooting.
• Welding, fabrication, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical experience is helpful.
• Ability to read basic diagrams, equipment manuals, and measuring tools.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn.
• Able to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Overtime or weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair roll-forming lines, presses, uncoilers, straighteners, feeders, conveyors, cranes, forklifts, and other production equipment.
• Perform mechanical repairs involving bearings, shafts, chains, belts, gearboxes, motors, couplings, cylinders, and material-handling components.
• Assist with hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and component replacement.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welders, measuring tools, and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, fabrication, and improvement projects.
• Respond to production breakdowns and work with operators to safely return equipment to operation.
• Document completed repairs, parts used, and additional work needed.
• Follow all safety and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Strong mechanical skills

Troubleshooting ability

Safety-conscious

Independent worker

Team player

Overtime readiness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

We are seeking a mechanically skilled and dependable Maintenance Mechanic to support our roll-forming manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on position responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment.

Industrial maintenance experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with automotive, equipment repair, fabrication, or other strong mechanical backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided on our roll-forming lines and production equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair roll-forming lines, presses, uncoilers, straighteners, feeders, conveyors, cranes, forklifts, and other production equipment.
• Perform mechanical repairs involving bearings, shafts, chains, belts, gearboxes, motors, couplings, cylinders, and material-handling components.
• Assist with hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and component replacement.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welders, measuring tools, and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, fabrication, and improvement projects.
• Respond to production breakdowns and work with operators and other maintenance personnel to safely return equipment to operation.
• Document completed repairs, parts used, and additional work needed.
• Follow all safety and lockout/tagout procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical skills and interest in learning industrial equipment.
• Experience as an automotive mechanic, equipment mechanic, maintenance technician, fabricator, or similar mechanical position is acceptable.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and troubleshooting.
• Welding, fabrication, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to read basic diagrams, equipment manuals, and measuring tools.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn.
• Able to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Available for overtime or weekend work when required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work around industrial machinery.
• Ability to lift and handle machine components within established safety limits.
• Ability to work in an active manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate does not need to know everything on the first day. We are looking for someone with good mechanical skills, strong troubleshooting ability, a willingness to learn, and the motivation to grow into a skilled Industrial Maintenance Mechanic.