Maintenance Mechanic

About Company:

Finkl Steel is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of forging die steels, plastic injection mold steels, die casting tool steels, forged alloy bars, and custom open die forgings. Finkl Steel is a member of international Swiss Steel Group and manufactures products at three production facilities in Chicago, Houston, Detroit and Sorel (CAN). We sell our products in North America and to 18 countries worldwide. With more than 100 patents, our steel formulations and steelmaking technologies set worldwide standards. In recognition of Finkl Steel’s product quality, our facilities were the first in America to receive ISO 9000 registration.

Finkl Steel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

About the Role:

The Maintenance Mechanic plays a crucial role in ensuring the operational efficiency and reliability of manufacturing equipment within our steel production facility. This position is responsible for performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical systems, including pumps, boilers, and conveyor systems. The ultimate goal is to minimize downtime and maintain a safe working environment for all employees. The Maintenance Mechanic will also be involved in the installation of new equipment and systems, ensuring they meet operational standards. By effectively managing maintenance tasks, this role directly contributes to the overall productivity and success of the manufacturing process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Heavy industry or manufacturing required
• Experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in a heavy industrial setting is required.
• Good corrected vision and hearing ability
• Must be able to walk, climb, kneel, reach, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Must be able to read a tape measure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Steel Manufacturing Industry
• Specific experience with overhead cranes, mobile equipment, and large stationary equipment
• Exposure to and/or experience with fundamental machining operations is a plus

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshooting
• Repair of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Dedication to working safely
• Repair overhead cranes, large stationary machinery, and mobile equipment
• Use precision instrumentation toward the completion of tasks including micrometers, calipers, and laser alignment tools preferred
• Find root cause of breakdown and repair by utilizing strong problem solving skills

Our Offer:

• Extra $0.30 for working 2nd shift & extra $0.40 for working 3rd shift
• Overtime and Double Time
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• 401k Match & Profit Sharing
• STD and Life Insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• 40 hours of PTO plus vacation time
• Quarterly Gainsharing Bonuses
• Flexible Spending Account
• Monthly employee lunches
• Safety Incentive Program
• Union Membership