For more than 100 years, the world’s premier engine and vehicle manufacturers have relied on Elgin Industries for best-cost, best-quality product solutions. For the largest production engine remanufacturers as well as custom rebuilders and vehicle service shops of all types, our brands bring increased confidence, assurance and value to every job. Still family owned, still driven by innovation and a passion for customer success, we proudly engineer and manufacture world-class products right here in the U.S.A.
You’re One Step Closer to Joining the Team that is proud to be essential.
Join Our Team
At Elgin Industries we are dedicated to innovation, excellence, and sustainability in the manufacturing industry. Our team is at the heart of our success, and we are always looking for talented individuals to join us in our mission to shape the future of manufacturing.
Why Work with Us?
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a company that values creativity and innovation.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and professional development.
- Inclusive Culture: A diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
- Sustainability: Commitment to environmentally responsible practices
As a team member at Elgin Industries you’ll enjoy:
• 401(k) matching
• Roth IRA
• Dental/vision insurance
• Health insurance
• FSA/HSA Accounts
• Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company Paid short-Term Disability
• Accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays per Year
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Shoe reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Service Awards beginning at 5 years
• Career advancement
• Garden lots
• Fun monthly activities (lunches, games, parties…)
How to Apply
Ready to join us? Follow these steps to apply:
Browse our current job openings and select the position that best matches your skills and interests.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit an application in person at 1100 Jansen Farm Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123, via fax at 847-742-2220 or email at marisag@elginind.com. Our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Open positions
Centerless Grinder Operator
Job position description:
Repairs, troubleshoots, and maintains through feed centerless and grinding machines.
Responsibilities:
* Maintain and repair centerless grinding machines.
* Take a lead on maintenance improvement projects and process improvement activities.
* Coordinate preventative maintenance activities.
* Monitor spare parts and tooling inventory.
Education and Training Required:
– Experience on through-feed center less grinding along with double disk grinding, vertical through feed (rotary carrier style).
– Work experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
– Must be able to read work instructions.
Top benefits or perks:
As a team member at Elgin Industries you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Roth IRA
- Dental/vision insurance
- Health insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Company Paid short-Term Disability
- Accident insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 10 Paid Holidays per Year
- Employee referral bonus program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Shoe reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Years of Service Awards beginning at 5 years
- Career advancement
- Garden lots
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 – $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Maintenance Technician
Location: Elgin, IL
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00-$34.00 per hour, based on experience, technical skill level, and ability to troubleshoot equipment independently
Job Summary
We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support troubleshooting, repairing production equipment, performing scheduled preventive maintenance, supporting installations and equipment setup, and helping maintain a safe and efficient facility.
The ideal candidate has strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and the ability to respond effectively to machine breakdowns with limited supervision.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform preventive maintenance on a variety type of production and support equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production stoppages in a timely manner
• Repair or replace motors, sensors, switches, relays, valves, pumps, chains, bearings, belts, hoses, and related components
• Read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams to identify and resolve equipment issues
• Maintain manual shop equipment such as presses, grinders, saws, drill presses, and hoists
• Support basic electrical maintenance including motors, starters, contactors, overloads, relays, breakers, and disconnects
• Support conveyor repair, machine adjustments, installations, and startup activities
• Document work performed, parts used, and recurring issues in maintenance logs
• Follow process, procedures and all plant safety requirements
• Communicate equipment status, downtime causes, and repair needs to supervisors and production personnel
• Help identify spare parts needs and support maintenance inventory control
Required Qualifications
• 3-5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Working knowledge of electrical systems appropriate to the role
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and preventive maintenance programs
• Ability to read technical diagrams, schematics, and blueprints
• Experience responding to production downtime and troubleshooting equipment independently
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment
• Commitment to safe work practices, including lockout/tagout
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting production equipment, conveyors, or automated manufacturing systems
• PLC troubleshooting exposure
• Welding, fabrication, or machining experience
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, sit, climb, knee, reach, lift and other physical movement throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and in a manufacturing environment while wearing required PPE
• Visual requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to focus
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat, and risk of electric shock. The noise level is usually loud.
Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to join a team that values practical problem-solving, safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. We are looking for someone who takes pride in keeping equipment running and supporting plant operations in a hands-on industrial environment.
Product Data & Catalog Specialist – Automotive Manufacturing
Elgin, IL – On-site Full-Time | Exempt Salary Range: $65,000 – $75,000
The Product Data & Catalog Specialist is responsible for managing the automotive aftermarket product portfolio and ensuring accurate, market-ready catalog data across all channels. This role bridges product strategy, technical accuracy, and commercial execution, working cross-functionally with sales, engineering, quality, and marketing.
What You’ll Do
As our Product Data & Catalog Specialist, you will:
• Maintain and update master product data, specifications, drawings, BOMs, revisions, and technical attributes.
• Prepare and update catalogs, manuals, data sheets, and product listings.
• Manage documentation release through ERP/PDM systems to support engineering, sales, manufacturing, purchasing & product development teams.
• Aces/Pies experience
• Assist with new product research, analysis, and development activities.
• Partner with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Manufacturing to ensure data accuracy and efficient product launch execution.
• Provide technical insights and support for product positioning and marketing materials.
What You Bring
• High school diploma/GED required; technical or business degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of vehicle applications and aftermarket distribution.
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong Excel and data management skills;
• Experience with ERP,PIM, and catalog system
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational abilities.
• A passion for automotive products, technology, and continuous improvement.
Why Join Elgin Industries?
• Be part of a long-established, respected U.S. manufacturer serving global OEM and aftermarket customers.
• Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and skill development.
• Play a key role in bringing new products to market and ensuring accuracy across the organization.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
If you’re excited about technical data, automotive products, and cross-functional teamwork, apply today!
Experienced Tube Reduction Mill Machine/Setup Operator
At Elgin Industries, we’ve been at the forefront of engine and chassis component manufacturing for more than a century — supplying world-class OEMs and aftermarket customers with top-tier American-made products.
We’re actively seeking an experienced tube reduction mill machine and Setup Operator to join our production team. If you know your way around tube reduction mills — and you’re confident in your ability to make quality-driven adjustments and tool changes — we want to talk to you.
What You’ll Do:
• Set up and operate precision manufacturing equipment with minimal supervision
• Read and follow detailed work instructions and prints
• Make offset and tooling adjustments to maintain high-quality output
• Perform quality checks using calipers, micrometers, and other gauges
• Use computer systems to log production data, access work instructions, and track part specs
• Troubleshoot any issues that arise to keep the line moving efficiently
• Assist in training less experienced operators when needed
• Maintain a clean and safe work area (5S practices)
What You Bring:
• Proven experience setting up and operating tube reduction mill machines in a production environment
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools and quality inspection standards
• Ability to read blueprints or technical documentation
• Solid understanding of tooling and machining concepts
Why Elgin Industries?
• Competitive pay
• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO…
• Stable, long-standing company with room to grow
• Made in the USA manufacturing
• Respectful team culture
The hourly rate is $18-$25.
You’ve got the experience — we’ve got the opportunity. Apply today.
Contact this position : marisag@elginind.com
Elgin Industries is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
