Industrial Maintenance Technician

Location:

Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Position Type

Full-time, 2nd Shift (3pm to 11pm, Monday through Friday with overtime)

Overview: As a Level II Maintenance Technician, you will support our manufacturing operations by providing comprehensive multi-craft equipment maintenance with a focus on reliability and maintainability. You will ensure the sustainable operation of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, and other production machinery. The Maintenance Technician may also be a key member of process improvement and problem-solving teams.

General Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical and electrical background.
• Possesses strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CMMS, etc.).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and OEM manuals.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with standard shop equipment such as drill press, band saw, and portable power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret precision measuring devices.
• Ability to mentor and train other technicians on the maintenance team.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Successful completion of certification testing.
• 2-year Technical Degree desired.
• A minimum of 5 years of industrial manufacturing or comparable skills demonstration required.
  
  

Primary Job Tasks

• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical and systematic methodologies.
• Install and perform alignment on mechanical drive systems.
• Complete all assigned preventive tasks, including major service and overhaul.
• Replace identified failed parts or components.
• Adjust equipment to bring it into operational specifications.
• Maintain machinery lubrication requirements.
• Recommend process or procedure changes based on observed equipment behavior.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, using testing devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters to ensure proper operation and safety of systems.
• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.
• Maintain current and accurate maintenance data to establish historical records and future maintenance requirements.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and operators on proper equipment service and condition.
  
  

Quality

• Maintain an attitude of learning to stay current with maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Complete an annual Maintenance Skills Assessment and perform assigned training activities based on assessment results.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must have previous manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Proficient with shop equipment and precision measuring devices.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with CMMS.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor and train junior technicians.