Lead Maintenance Technician: PLC & Press Systems Expert

KDV Label, LLC; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k) with Match

Production Bonus

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

KDV Label, LLC in Wisconsin is hiring a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to support and advance our maintenance program. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing flexographic presses and related equipment, with opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities within the maintenance team.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, performing preventive maintenance, and assisting with equipment upgrades.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an industrial Maintenance Technician (journeyman-level preferred).
• Flexographic press experience (Mark Andy, Nilpeter, Comco, Instaprep, etc.) preferred.
• Experience with web handling, tension controls, and registration systems preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical repair, hydraulics, pneumatics, and refrigeration.
• Demonstrated PLC troubleshooting and programming/editing experience (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Ability to lead, train, or guide less experienced technicians.
• In-depth knowledge across multiple trades and familiarity with complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot using schematics, diagrams, and manuals.
• Experience in printing, packaging, converting, or related manufacturing environments a plus.
• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair on flexographic presses, converting equipment, and facility systems.
• Maintain and repair electrical systems, heating systems, plumbing, motors, drives, sensors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and refrigeration components.
• Conduct PLC troubleshooting, reprogramming, basic program edits, and work with programmable logic controllers and similar control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Lead or support supervision of maintenance staff, including task assignment, instruction, and coordination of work.
• Perform preventative maintenance and ensure compliance with maintenance schedules and documentation requirements.
• Assist with machine installations, equipment upgrades, and optimization projects.
• Apply root cause analysis techniques to resolve recurring equipment issues.
• Maintain CMMS records, parts usage, and maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with production teams to quickly resolve machine downtime and support continuous improvement.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, OSHA requirements, and company policies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Leadership

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

CMMS software

Electrical diagnostic tools

Job description

KDV Label, LLC in Wisconsin is hiring a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to support and advance our maintenance program. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing flexographic presses and related equipment, with opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities within the maintenance team.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, performing preventive maintenance, and assisting with equipment upgrades.