Job Description
Location: Ripon, Wisconsin
Work Arrangement: On-site
Schedule: Friday–Sunday, 4:00 AM–4:00 PM
Experience: 5+ years of mechanical or industrial maintenance experience
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot and repair production machinery and mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with motors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps, conveyors and production equipment. This position also requires practical welding ability and experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document repairs, manage work orders and locate replacement parts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Repair and maintain industrial machinery using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Troubleshoot and service motors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps, conveyor systems and production equipment.
- Read and interpret equipment diagrams, blueprints, sketches and manufacturer operation manuals.
- Perform welding and fabrication as needed for equipment maintenance and repairs.
- Prepare new machinery for operation and complete required safety and functional testing.
- Collect and review equipment performance information to identify recurring issues and reduce downtime.
- Create, update and manage maintenance work orders through a CMMS.
- Search for replacement parts and document maintenance activities.
- Support equipment reliability, production efficiency and safe machine operation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance or industrial maintenance experience.
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing production machinery.
- Working knowledge of motors, pumps, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and conveyor systems.
- Practical welding experience used in equipment maintenance or repair.
- Experience using a CMMS to manage work orders and search for replacement parts.
- Ability to read equipment diagrams, blueprints and operation manuals.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
EDUCATION
A two-year associate degree is preferred. Relevant hands-on industrial maintenance experience, technical training or trade experience will also be considered.
WORK SCHEDULE
Friday – Sunday, 4:00 AM – 4:00 PM. This is an on-site weekend day-shift position in Ripon, Wisconsin. Candidates must be able to consistently work the full scheduled hours.
PHYSICAL AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to stand for extended periods, sit, bend, stoop and use manual dexterity.
- Ability to complete a pre-employment physical, including a baseline lift test of at least 50 pounds.
- Successful completion of the required pre-employment drug screen and background check.
BENEFITS
- Paid vacation during the first year.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Medical plan with employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- 401(k) plan.
- 11 company-paid holidays.
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
- Company-paid long-term disability.
- Annual wage increases.
- Attendance and safety recognition programs.
- Employee and family social events.
Candidates should be dependable, safety-conscious, mechanically skilled and comfortable working independently in a production environment.