Lead Industrial Maintenance Mechanic – Rubber Molding Systems

Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)

Schedule: Day Shift, 4:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Full-Time, Direct Hire

A day in this role

At 3:55 a.m., you’re on the floor walking the line. A press is warming to spec, VFDs are humming, and a PLC alarm from last night’s run is waiting for your diagnosis. By sunrise, you’ve isolated a faulty sensor on a 480V circuit, adjusted proportional pump settings on a high-pressure hydraulic press, and coached a junior tech through proper LOTO for a boiler line check. Before lunch, you’ve scheduled a bearing change-out in the CMMS, rigged a platen realignment with precision, and briefed production on safe restart. This is what leading uptime looks like in rubber molding.

What you will do

• Troubleshoot, overhaul, and repair multi-stage high-pressure hydraulic molding presses, accumulators, cylinders, directional valves, and proportional pumps.
• Diagnose automated machinery I/O, variable frequency drives (VFDs), industrial sensors, relays, and PLC-controlled systems up to 480V.
• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair steam boiler lines, electric heating platens, temperature controllers, hot oil heating units, and cooling water tower circuits.
• Lead major machinery rebuilds, including replacing large bearings, gearboxes, drive shafts, and automated transport mechanisms.
• Plan and execute heavy rigging to relocate or realign molding presses and auxiliary equipment.
• Execute, document, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Audit parts inventory and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Lead emergency troubleshooting to minimize downtime during active production.
• Assign daily work orders, monitor progress, and mentor junior maintenance technicians.
• Follow LOTO, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and all company safety procedures at all times.
• Keep the shop floor organized, clean, and safe; perform additional duties as assigned.

What makes you successful

• 5+ years in industrial plant maintenance.
• 2+ years supporting rubber molding, plastic injection molding, or heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Technical trade school, vocational certification, or formal mechanical/electrical apprenticeship preferred.
• Intermediate Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• Hands-on troubleshooting with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs.
• Ability to interpret hydraulic schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and pneumatic layouts.
• Verified Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training.
• Forklift, aerial lift, and overhead crane certifications preferred.
• Comfort with digital multimeters, insulation testers, hydraulic pressure gauges, precision micrometers, welding equipment, and heavy rigging tools.

Core strengths

• Expert mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Clear communicator and hands-on leader.
• Analytical, methodical problem-solver.
• Safety-first mindset and continuous improvement focus.
• Mentor who builds capability on the team.
• Detail-driven with rigorous documentation habits.

Physical demands and environment

• Lift, carry, and handle up to 75 pounds on a routine basis.
• Climb ladders, work at heights, crawl in confined spaces, and stand/walk on concrete for 8–12-hour shifts.
• Operate around elevated temperatures, steam systems, chemical odors, and high noise with required PPE.

Work arrangements

This role is fully onsite at our Chicago, IL facility with no anticipated travel.

Compensation

Hourly rate: $40.00–$45.00, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Full-time, hourly.

Benefits that back you

We foster a culture of ownership — for our company, communities, environment, and personal well-being. Our benefits empower you to own your health: comprehensive medical and prescription coverage, dental and vision plans, wellness programs, life insurance, a strong 401(k), paid time off, and an employee stock grant, among other offerings.

About Ingersoll Rand

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE: IR) is driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and an ownership mindset. Customers rely on us for technology-led excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands, operating in complex and demanding environments. Our people create customers for life through expertise, productivity, and efficiency. Learn more at www.IRCO.com.

Additional proficiencies valued

• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Commercial Electrical Expertise
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Repair
• Equipment/Parts Counter Sales
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Certification
• Conduit Pulling
• Boiler Certification
• Boiler Troubleshooting
• Boiler Operation
• Conduit Bending
• Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT)
• Drywall Installation
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Crane & Lifting Equipment Systems
• Aerial & Utility Equipment Systems
• DOT & Equipment Inspection Compliance
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Automotive Manufacturing Systems
• Automotive Repair & Service Systems
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Avionics Systems
• Composite Materials & Repair
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Deionized Water System Operations & Maintenance

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.