Journeyworker Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Watts Water; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Watts Water in Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a skilled Maintenance Industrial Mechanic Journeyman to support production equipment and facility systems. You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced mechanical systems, work with engineering teams to implement new equipment, and ensure uptime in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have a Journeyman certification and 2+ years of industrial experience, with hands-on electrical knowledge up to 480V and PLC-controlled

Qualifications

• Journeyman certification in Industrial Mechanics/Millwright or equivalent.
• 2+ years of industrial manufacturing experience.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems from low voltage through 480 volts.
• Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, maintenance, and production teams.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, diagnoses and troubleshoots CNC based equipment and resolves mechanical issues.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems.
• Perform precision maintenance on production equipment, conveyors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
• Rebuild and overhaul machinery and components to OEM specifications.
• Perform advanced alignment, balancing, and vibration-related mechanical work.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Support and troubleshoot FANUC robotics cells, including knowledge of safety circuits and end-of-arm tooling.
• Identify failure trends and recommend corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.
• Communicate equipment status, repair needs, and improvement opportunities to supervision and operations.
• Document Mechanical repairs, upgrades, and system modifications.

Skills

Journeyman cert

Industrial experience

Electrical up to 480V

PLC-controlled equipment

Collaborating with engineers

Mechanics aptitude

Job description

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Bradley is a leader in commercial washrooms and safety solutions. Celebrating over 100 years in business, we take pride in our work as a US manufacturer. With a culture focused on innovation, quality, and family, you will know your colleagues on a first-name basis in a friendly yet professional environment where your voice matters.

Scope of Position

This skilled Maintenance Industrial Mechanic Journeyman will support production equipment and facility infrastructure. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of industrial equipment and facility systems. Mechanics in this role work closely with engineering teams to implement, install, and commission new equipment and production systems. The ideal candidate has strong industrial experience, prioritizes safety, and understands the importance of uptime in a production environment.

This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Menomonee Falls, WI.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyzes, diagnoses and troubleshoots CNC based equipment and resolves mechanical issues.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems
• Perform precision maintenance on production equipment, conveyors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment
• Rebuild and overhaul machinery and components to OEM specifications
• Perform advanced alignment, balancing, and vibration-related mechanical work
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
• Support and troubleshoot FANUC robotics cells, including knowledge of safety circuits and end-of-arm tooling.
• Identify failure trends and recommend corrective actions to improve equipment reliability
• Communicate equipment status, repair needs, and improvement opportunities to supervision and operations
• Diagnose mechanical failures and determine corrective actions
• Install, align, and dismantle machinery and mechanical components
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical drawings
• Use precision measuring tools and hand/power tools effectively
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and machining as required
• Replace bearings, seals, belts, chains, and other warn components
• Knowledge Mechanical issues on presses, CNC machines, conveyors, and auxiliary equipment
• Knowledge of VFDs motors, servos, encoders, and motor control systems
• Support Mechanical requirements for new equipment installations, line moves, and process changes
• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs to minimize production downtime
• Document Mechanical repairs, upgrades, and system modifications
• Completes, Manage, Schedules, Preventative Maintenance (PM) program (Limble)
• Manages inventory of Mechanical supplies and contacts vendors.
• Accountable for department metrics. (SQDCI)
• Supports new product development at maintenance level.
• Supports Continuous Improvement initiatives and Stra
• Collaborate with engineering Teams to install, integrate, and commission new equipment and production lines
• Proper use of Department measuring instruments, gauges, and meters.
• Advance knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics
• Advance knowledge of mechanical & equipment processes
• Completes Industrial Lift Certification
• Mentor apprentices as needed
• Helps train department employees
• Familiar with plant and all department layouts
• Collaborate effectively with all team members across departments.
• Helps support other department functions as needed.
• Help create and maintain a positive work environment.
• Understand and abide by all company safety policies.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Manufacturing Supervisor or Company management.
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)

Required Qualifications

• Journeyman certification in Industrial Mechanics/Millwright or equivalent recognized trade qualification
• 2+ years of industrial or Manufacturing or Industrial experience
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems from low voltage through 480 volts
• Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, maintenance, and production teams
• Strong