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Scot Forge is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Mechanic to support our manufacturing operations in Franklin Park, Illinois.

In this role, you'll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain critical production equipment that supports the manufacture of custom forged products used in some of the world's most demanding industries. If you enjoy hands-on problem solving, working with industrial equipment, and building a long-term career in manufacturing, we'd like to hear from you.

Shift Information

2nd Shift: 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM

10% Shift Premium

• 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work with large-scale industrial equipment and manufacturing systems

About Scot Forge

Scot Forge is a 130+ year-old, employee-owned manufacturer of custom open die and rolled ring forgings. Our products support critical industries including energy, transportation, manufacturing, mining, infrastructure, aerospace, and national defense.

From mission-critical defense components to parts used in mining equipment and energy infrastructure, Scot Forge produces forged solutions for some of the world's most demanding applications.

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical      systems
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities on manufacturing      equipment
• Diagnose equipment issues and replace or repair defective components
• Work with wiring diagrams, schematics, and industrial electrical systems
• Perform fabrication, welding, and torch work as needed
• Support equipment reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and accountability

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of industrial or plant maintenance experience
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 480V three-phase power
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights up to 60 feet

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or related technical field
• Industrial Mechanic Technical Diploma or Mechatronics Apprenticeship completion
• Experience in heavy manufacturing or industrial environments
• HVAC, combustion system, or advanced machine troubleshooting experience

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights
• Ability to work safely around industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment
• Frequent exposure to manufacturing and production environments

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Hair follicle drug screen
• Lift test up to 65 pounds

Compensation

The estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HSA), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, or any other form of compensation for any particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.