Forklift Mechanic - Hands-On Uptime & Maintenance Hero

Manpower, Inc.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Supplemental life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manufacturing in Appleton, WI is seeking a Forklift Mechanic to join its Maintenance team. You will support production operations by inspecting, diagnosing and repairing forklift equipment, and performing preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

The role emphasizes safe practices, attention to detail, and collaboration with maintenance and operations to keep daily operations running smoothly in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing forklift or similar industrial material handling equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify root causes and complete repairs effectively.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work in a production environment with attention to detail.
• Comfort working scheduled shifts and adapting to changing maintenance priorities.
• Willingness to collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to support continuous workflow.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair forklift equipment to keep material handling operations running reliably.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled service tasks to reduce downtime and support production goals.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues, including components that affect safe and efficient forklift performance.
• Support maintenance priorities by responding to equipment needs during scheduled production windows.
• Maintain accurate maintenance practices and follow established safety procedures while working on equipment.

Skills

Forklift maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Production environment

Team collaboration

Job description

Manufacturing in Appleton, WI is seeking a Forklift Mechanic to join its Maintenance team. You will support production operations by inspecting, diagnosing and repairing forklift equipment, and performing preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

The role emphasizes safe practices, attention to detail, and collaboration with maintenance and operations to keep daily operations running smoothly in a fast-paced setting.