Manufacturing & Service Technician

Manufacturing & Service Technician

Express Employment is partnered with a company based out of Morris, IL and is seeking a skilled Manufacturing & Service Technician to join their team. This is a full-time opportunity for a mechanically inclined professional with experience in assembly, diagnostics, repair, testing, and general warehouse operations.

Position Details

• Job Title: Manufacturing & Service Technician
• Classification: Non-Exempt / Hourly
• Reports To: President
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
• Hours: Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week
• Location: Morris, IL
• Pay Rate: $22.00+ per hour, based on experience
• Travel: 0%-5%

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical or Trade School training preferred
• 3-5 years of relevant mechanical, service, or manufacturing experience

Job Summary

Responsibilities include assembly, painting, diagnostics, and repair of gearboxes, axles, differentials, and related equipment; operation of a hydraulic drive test bench for final testing and oil filling of heavy equipment axles and gearboxes; data entry; loading and unloading trucks and containers using forklifts and/or overhead cranes; warehouse material handling; and general facility housekeeping duties.

Manufacturing & Service Responsibilities

• Perform final assembly and painting of axles, including bogie, steering, and rigid axle configurations.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair gearboxes, axles, differentials, and related equipment.
• Generate inspection and service reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Provide on-site customer service and support as needed while maintaining a professional image and high level of customer service.

Warehouse & Facility Responsibilities

• Load and unload semi-trucks, flatbeds, and shipping containers using forklifts and/or overhead cranes.
• Assist with picking, packing, shipping, and inventory-related activities.
• Support general warehouse operations as needed.
• Perform facility maintenance and housekeeping duties, including:
  • Sweeping and floor scrubbing
  • Emptying trash
  • Lawn mowing and snow removal
  • Maintaining a clean and organized machine shop and warehouse

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a mechanic, service, maintenance, or manufacturing-related role required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Experience operating manual, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric tools.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate an overhead crane.
• Blueprint reading skills preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Strong attendance record and reliability required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license required.

Benefits:

• Any additional details specific to this job (weekends off, lots of OT, direct hire opportunity, etc.)
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Sick Time
• WEEKLY pay
• Direct Deposit
• $100 Referral Bonus (+$50 for the person being referred)

Express Employment Professionals of Ottawa & Morris is a locally owned and operated staffing company dedicated to helping job seekers find local work. Job seekers will never pay a fee for our services and support.

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Call/Text: 815-306-0250

Email your resume to: Jobs.OttawaIL@Expresspros.com

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