Maintenance Machine Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our Lorain, Ohio, team. The role focuses on keeping manufacturing equipment safe, efficient, and running continuously through maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical skills, with hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting, including foundries or heavy industries. Pay is based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of manufacturing experience required.
• 3-5 years of Maintenance Technician experience required.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues efficiently.
• Experience in foundry or heavy industrial environments preferred.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on foundry equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve equipment performance.

Job description

#LORAIN

We are seeking a skilledMaintenance Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operations. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical skills, along with hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on foundry equipment and machinery
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Troubleshoot production equipment to minimize downtime
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
• Collaborate with production teams to improve equipment performance

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of manufacturing experience required
• 3-5 years of Maintenance Technician experience required
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues efficiently
• Experience working in a foundry or heavy industrial environment preferred
• Ability to read and understand schematics and technical drawings
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in high‑heat, industrial environments
• Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods

Pay will be based on experience.