Maintenance Technician

Howmet Aerospace; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a skilled individual for a full-time position in Skokie, IL to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and systems. Ideal candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED and previous manufacturing experience. Familiarity with CNC machines, and the ability to fabricate, weld, or machine parts is essential. The role also entails project management responsibilities and communicating with engineering and production teams. A commitment to safety and quality is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and understand specifications.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to work on close-tolerance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically troubleshoot, repair and maintain industrial machinery.
• Plan and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Keep neat orderly records and order spare parts.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding

Machine part fabrication

CNC knowledge

Project management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring devices (torque wrench, micrometers)

Job description

• Location: 8109 Lawndale Ave., Skokie, IL, 60076, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Export-Controlled Data: No

Responsibilities

• Mechanically troubleshoot, repair and maintain all types of industrial machinery, equipment and systems
• Capable of rebuilding or repairing machines or assemblies to original operating conditions
• Familiar with CNC machines, punch presses, and spot-welding equipment
• Responsible for project management work and/or documentation of product equipment or processes
• Communicate, discuss, and/or review repair problems with Engineering, the Tool Room, Production Team Leads or vendors as needed
• Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventative and unscheduled maintenance)
• Plan and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment up time
• Keep neat orderly records and order spare parts
• Perform other duties that may be assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to fabricate, weld, or machine parts as required.
• Must have some knowledge of mechanical troubleshooting including power transmission, fluid power, and pneumatics.
• Ability to read, write, and understand written specifications, procedures, and prints.
• Ability to design and execute from verbal instructions.
• Must possess good mechanical aptitude and have the ability to work on close-tolerance equipment and/or parts.
• Ability to use various measuring devices (torque wrench, micrometers, Vernier calipers, dial indicators etc.)
• Must be able to use math to calculate dimensions and determine equipment setups.
• Safety and quality conscious.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.