Electro Mechanical Technician

ZipRecruiter; New Richmond (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electro-Mechanical Technician, where you will play a crucial role in building and testing high-speed automated packaging equipment. This position offers the chance to innovate and lead in the food and pharmaceutical markets. You will work with cutting-edge technology, ensuring quality and safety while adhering to industry standards. With a commitment to diversity and support for STEM initiatives, this organization values your contributions and offers a competitive compensation package. If you are self-motivated and passionate about engineering, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years vocational degree in engineering or related field.
• 3+ years experience with automated manufacturing machinery.

Responsibilities

• Build and modify mechanical assemblies using tools and drawings.
• Wire machines and perform troubleshooting on control circuitry.

Skills

Automated Manufacturing

Blueprint Reading

Wiring Diagrams

Communication Skills

Team Orientation

Education

Vocational Degree in Engineering

Degree in Packaging, Automation, or Mechatronics

Tools

Windows Office

Industrial Motion Control Systems

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

Syntegon Technology is a leading supplier in process and packaging technology, developing holistic systems for the pharmaceutical, food, and confectionery industries across over 15 countries. We invite you to join us in shaping industry changes and contributing to people's nutrition and health.

Location

New Richmond, known as "The City Beautiful," offers a convenient commute from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro area and is close to Eau Claire, WI. It is renowned for its setting, character, and quality of life.

Job Overview

Our high-speed automated packaging equipment helps customers excel in competitive food and pharmaceutical markets. We focus on innovation and industry leadership. The Electro-Mechanical Technician plays a vital role in our success, building, commissioning, testing, and demonstrating machines for customer applications, using detailed documentation and schematics.

Essential Functions

1. Build and modify mechanical assemblies using hand and power tools based on drawings and bill of materials.
2. Wire machines, panels, and control circuitry up to 575 Volts, following NFPA 79 standards.
3. Position, level, and integrate system equipment, including third-party functionalities.
4. Perform software loading, firmware flashing, and I/O checks.
5. Troubleshoot live power and control circuitry issues.
6. Set parameters, test, debug equipment, and modify software as needed.
7. Conduct customer factory acceptance tests and train customers on equipment operation.
8. Adhere to safety regulations, use protective gear, and report hazards.
9. Promote quality and environmental awareness.
10. Learn product applications through system testing.
11. Travel up to 10% as required.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Vocational degree in engineering, electrical, or mechanical discipline (minimum 4 years).
• At least 3 years experience with automated manufacturing or packaging machinery.
• At least 2 years experience reading blueprints and wiring diagrams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Packaging, Automation, or Mechatronics.
• Self-motivated, organized, and quality-focused.
• Strong communication skills and team orientation.
• Experience with industrial motion control systems (e.g., Rockwell, Beckhoff).
• Proficient in Windows Office.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., work with moving parts and at heights, and perform repetitive tasks.

Additional Information

Syntegon supports STEM initiatives such as FIRST Robotics and AWIM. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. Compensation ranges from $50,074 to $95,403, based on experience and location. All information is confidential per EEO guidelines.

Visit www.syntegon.com for official job postings. Candidates will participate in interviews at one of our office locations.