Maintenance Technician – Forge (2nd & 3rd Shifts)
- North Vernon, IN
- $26.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: North Vernon, IN
Schedule: 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift Available | On-site
Pay Rate: Up to $26/hour
Duration: 12-Month Contract (Temp-to-Hire Opportunity)Position Overview:
Seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support forge production operations by maintaining equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and collaborating with operations and engineering to minimize downtime and improve reliability. Ideal for someone with a strong industrial maintenance background and a safety-first mindset.Key Responsibilities:Perform routine and emergency maintenance on forge and facility equipmentComplete preventive maintenance (PMs) and assigned repair tasksCommunicate effectively with production and maintenance teams regarding repair status and prioritiesEnsure equipment is safe, reliable, and production-readySupport continuous improvement initiatives across the facilityAssist with implementation of planned equipment changes or upgradesContribute to training efforts by sharing maintenance knowledgeCollaborate with engineering and quality to ensure uptime and reliabilityMaintain safety and cleanliness standards throughout the plantPerform additional duties as assignedRequirements:High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate Degree in Applied Science or Technical field preferred)Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial maintenance or manufacturing operations (4+ preferred)Working knowledge or exposure to:Basic troubleshooting, hydraulics, and electrical systemsSafety practices and Lockout/Tagout proceduresCompacting, forging, deflash, double disk grind, shot peen, white light inspection, ink jet printing, magnetic particle inspection, and dip tank systems (preferred)Awareness of ISO9001, IATF16949, and ISO14001 standardsSkilled in risk-based thinking, practical problem solving, and organizational communicationComputer literacy for tracking PMs and reporting issuesAdditional Info:Overtime may be requiredDrug screen and background check requiredTools and PPE provided as needed Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.