Electro Mechanical Technician 1st Shift

ZipRecruiter; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food manufacturing is seeking a dedicated Electro-Mechanical Technician to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will ensure the smooth operation of machinery, including conveyor belts and packaging equipment, in a fast-paced production environment. Your expertise in troubleshooting and repairing electro-mechanical systems will be crucial in minimizing downtime and maintaining safety standards. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for quality, this company offers a supportive environment where your skills will shine, and you will be rewarded with competitive pay and fantastic perks, including a generous sign-on bonus. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation while enjoying the fruits of your labor—delicious pizza!

Benefits

20 free Pizzas per month

Fantastic benefit offering starting on the 1st of the Month after Hire

Free uniforms & reimbursement for safety shoes

401k & Roth with company match

Paid holidays plus a floating holiday

$5000 sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance available

Qualifications

• Strong background in troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with PLCs and various mechanical technologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production lines, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Install and rebuild machinery to meet quality standards.

Skills

Electro-Mechanical Systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical Repair

Mechanical Repair

PLC Knowledge

Welding

Plumbing

Communication Skills

Education

5+ years experience in industrial maintenance

Tools

Conveyor Belts

Packaging Machinery

Food Processing Equipment

Bakery Equipment

Job description

Electro-Mechanical Technician (Canal Street Facility)

Location: Milwaukee, WI, US

Hourly Pay Range: $27.00 to $44.80

Shift: Fulltime 1st Shift- 6:00 am to 3:00 pm

Passionate about pizza? Are you motivated to ensure smooth operation of machinery in a food production environment? If you are an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician looking for a fast-paced and rewarding opportunity in the food manufacturing industry, Palermo's Pizza has an exciting position for you!

As an Electro-Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing a variety of electrical and mechanical systems, including conveyor belts, packaging machinery, and food processing and bakery equipment. You will work closely with our production team to minimize downtime and ensure that our equipment meets the highest standards of safety and efficiency.

If you have a strong background in industrial maintenance and electro-mechanical systems plus a passion for working in a fast-paced food production environment, we want to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to producing high-quality food products for consumers around the world.

We offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus! Our Electro-Mechanical Tech roles range from $27.00 to $44.80 per hour plus additional pay for weekends and holidays.

You will join a high performing maintenance group that regularly achieves a 98.5% equipment availability rating.

Perks…

• 20 free Pizzas per month
• Fantastic benefit offering starting on the 1st of the Month after Hire
• Free uniforms & reimbursement for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses and tools
• 401k & Roth with company match and fully vested on the 1st of the Month after Hire
• Paid holidays plus a floating holiday of your choice
• $5000 sign-on bonus!
• Relocation assistance available if applicable

When you’ll work…

We are currently hiring experienced Electro-Mechanical Technicians at the Canal Street facility location:

1st Shift- 6:00 am to 3:00 pm
Pay range is $27.00 - $44.80 per hour

Our maintenance team members work every other weekend and enjoy a 5-day workweek by scheduling days off on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays. Overtime opportunities are also available for those who want to earn more.

What you’ll do…

• Support our production teams by maintaining and repairing all production lines, troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment.
• Install, repair, rebuild and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment used in production, packaging, and all other plant areas.
• Be involved in all aspects of equipment from installation to rebuilding, fitting, and aligning equipment to meet quality and efficiency standards.
• Demonstrate strong electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills on controls such as PLC’s, VFD’s, servos, robotics, and programmable devices.

Why you’ll be successful…

• Proven ability to operate safely by following all food and people guidelines.
• Utilizing knowledge from your 5+ years’ experience with mechanical repair, plumbing, welding, and electrical repair to facilitate seamless production functionality to deliver daily production goals.
• Organized and methodical approach to problem solving – often in a time-sensitive, tight-deadline situation where accuracy is critical.
• Designated lifelong learner with a strong interest in mastering new mechanical technologies.
• Team player with excellent communication skills ready to work hard to ensure the whole Palermo’s team succeeds.

Who you’ll work for…
At Palermo’s Pizza, we’re more than a leader in frozen pizza manufacturing—we’re a family with a passion for food and innovation. For over 60 years, we’ve combined authentic Italian craftsmanship with forward-thinking creativity to produce high-quality pizzas enjoyed around the world.

Our commitment to excellence drives everything we do, from our state-of-the-art facilities to the dedicated people who make it all happen. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that values hard work, collaboration, and celebrating success (with plenty of pizza along the way)!