Machine Technician

Eastridge Workforce Solutions; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastridge Workforce Solutions in New Berlin, Wisconsin is seeking a Machine Technician to support manufacturing operations through equipment operation, troubleshooting, adjustments, and routine maintenance.

This role offers an alternating 3–4 day workweek and a direct hire, full‑time position with opportunities to develop broader skills in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of technical processing, machine operation, maintenance, or troubleshooting experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort operating industrial machinery.
• Ability to work independently and productively with limited supervision.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to provide a basic set of personal tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to approximately 30 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying manufacturing temperatures.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding and related production equipment while maintaining required product specifications.
• Troubleshoot and adjust machinery to support consistent production and equipment performance.
• Perform routine and reactive equipment maintenance to improve uptime and productivity.
• Operate auxiliary equipment associated with the manufacturing process.
• Follow established safety procedures and demonstrate safe work practices.
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑maintained work area.
• Follow applicable Good Manufacturing Practices, food‑safety requirements, and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Attendance & punctuality

Microsoft Office

Tools allowance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: New Berlin, WI

Shift: Day Shift: 6:50 AM–7:00 PM | Night Shift: 6:50 PM–7:00 AM

Compensation: $22.00–$37.00 per hour

Compensation Based On Experience

The hourly pay range for this position is $22.00–$37.00 per hour, based on the candidate’s level of hands‑on machine operation and troubleshooting experience.

• $22.00–$24.00/hour: Machine Operator with solid manufacturing experience and light troubleshooting exposure.
• $25.00–$30.00/hour: Candidate with direct injection molding machine operation experience plus basic troubleshooting skills.
• $30.00–$37.00/hour: Candidate with advanced troubleshooting experience specifically related to injection molding equipment, including stronger mechanical and/or electrical diagnostic capabilities.

Schedule

Alternating 3–4 day workweek – every other weekend is a 4‑day weekend!

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

FLSA Status: NON EXMPT

The hourly rate for this position is expected to be between $22.00 – $37.00 per hour, depending on geographic location, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

About The Role

Eastridge is partnering with an established manufacturing organization in the New Berlin, Wisconsin area to hire a Machine Technician. This position supports manufacturing operations through equipment operation, troubleshooting, adjustments, and routine maintenance.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for mechanically inclined machine operators or technicians interested in developing broader troubleshooting and maintenance capabilities within a manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate molding and related production equipment while maintaining required product specifications.
• Troubleshoot and adjust machinery to support consistent production and equipment performance.
• Perform routine and reactive equipment maintenance to improve uptime and productivity.
• Operate auxiliary equipment associated with the manufacturing process.
• Follow established safety procedures and demonstrate safe work practices.
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑maintained work area.
• Follow applicable Good Manufacturing Practices, food‑safety requirements, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of technical processing, machine operation, maintenance, or troubleshooting experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort operating industrial machinery.
• Ability to work independently and productively with limited supervision.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to provide a basic set of personal tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to approximately 30 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying manufacturing temperatures.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using tablets or mobile applications in a manufacturing environment.
• Direct injection molding or plastics‑processing experience.
• Strong troubleshooting capabilities.
• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience.

Compensation Considerations

Compensation within the posted range will depend on the candidate’s experience and technical capability.

Candidates toward the lower end of the range may have solid machine‑operation experience and good job tenure.

Candidates in the middle of the range may bring stronger troubleshooting skills and direct molding or processing experience.

Candidates toward the top of the range would generally bring strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting or maintenance experience along with stable work history.

Benefits

Verified benefits and incentives provided in the source information include:

• Quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Paid vacation.
• Employee benefits eligibility.
• Additional overtime opportunities.
• Alternating 3–4 day workweek.

Health, dental, vison, 401K, PTO, Paid Holidays

Disclaimer

The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. This information may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eastridge Workforce Solutions also prohibits harassment or retaliation of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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