About the Opportunity
An established manufacturer is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to support production equipment and facility operations at its southeastern Wisconsin manufacturing facility. This hands-on position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing industrial manufacturing equipment while partnering with engineering and production teams to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
This role also plays a key part in equipment upgrades, new equipment installations, production line expansions, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is mechanically skilled, safety-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical equipment issues.
- Troubleshoot CNC machinery, conveyors, presses, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and other production equipment.
- Perform preventative, predictive, and emergency maintenance to ensure maximum equipment uptime.
- Rebuild machinery and mechanical assemblies to manufacturer specifications.
- Perform equipment installation, alignment, leveling, and commissioning of new machinery.
- Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
- Maintain and support FANUC robotic systems, including safety circuits and end-of-arm tooling.
- Perform precision mechanical work including shaft alignment, balancing, vibration analysis, and bearing replacement.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
- Utilize precision measuring instruments along with standard hand and power tools.
- Perform welding, fabrication, cutting, and basic machining as needed.
- Replace bearings, seals, belts, chains, couplings, and other wear components.
- Troubleshoot servo motors, VFDs, encoders, and motor-driven mechanical systems.
- Support equipment relocations, production line modifications, and process improvement initiatives.
- Document maintenance activities, repairs, upgrades, and equipment modifications using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Assist with spare parts inventory management and coordinate with vendors as needed.
- Monitor equipment performance and recommend reliability improvements.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance.
- Assist with training and mentoring maintenance personnel.
- Safely operate industrial forklifts after certification.
- Work collaboratively with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to support manufacturing objectives.
- Follow all plant safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and other applicable safety requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting experience with manufacturing equipment.
- Experience maintaining PLC-controlled equipment.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission systems.
- Experience working around electrical systems up to 480V.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment documentation.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work effectively with engineering, maintenance, and production personnel.
- Commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
- Ability to successfully complete pre-employment screening requirements, including background check and applicable medical evaluations for required personal protective equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five or more years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting automated production equipment.
- Experience with robotic welding systems or robotic manufacturing cells.
- Experience supporting automated coating, finishing, or surface treatment equipment.
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Technical degree, electrical coursework, apprenticeship, or equivalent industrial maintenance training.
What You'll Bring
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to equipment reliability.
- Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.
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Pay: $31.01 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person