Machine Technician

Wide Effect; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wide Effect is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician in Wisconsin to uphold a Safety First culture and perform preventative maintenance on plastic blow molding machines and associated equipment. You will troubleshoot and repair production systems, applying mechanical, electrical, PLC, hydraulic, and pneumatic knowledge to ensure reliability.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, and strong communication to document issues across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing maintenance experience and/or related technical training.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to document equipment issues and communicate maintenance activities across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a Safety First culture by adhering to OSHA standards and company safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), GMP, Arc Flash protocols, proper PPE usage, and housekeeping practices.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities on plastic blow molding machines and associated manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment including molding machines, auxiliary equipment, robotics, and supporting systems.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, PLC, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to maintain equipment performance and reliability.
• Analyze equipment failures and determine corrective actions using blueprints, schematics, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical, electronic, mechanical, plumbing, and piping systems.
• Install and repair electrical equipment and automated systems, including transformers and robotic components.
• Coordinate with outside vendors to procure replacement parts, supplies, and maintenance support as needed.
• Complete scheduled weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance assignments.
• Identify and repair compressed air leaks and utility-related equipment issues.
• Support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) inspections and compliance initiatives.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas at all times.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Food Safety, and Food Quality requirements established by the company, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to support projects, continuous improvement efforts, and department priorities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical controls

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Industrial troubleshooting

Independent worker

Documentation & communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

This description is not intended to include all duties or responsibilities and may be modified as business needs evolve.

• Promote and maintain a Safety First culture by adhering to OSHA standards and company safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), GMP, Arc Flash protocols, proper PPE usage, and housekeeping practices.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities on plastic blow molding machines and associated manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment including molding machines, auxiliary equipment, robotics, and supporting systems.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, PLC, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to maintain equipment performance and reliability.
• Analyze equipment failures and determine corrective actions using blueprints, schematics, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical, electronic, mechanical, plumbing, and piping systems.
• Install and repair electrical equipment and automated systems, including transformers and robotic components.
• Coordinate with outside vendors to procure replacement parts, supplies, and maintenance support as needed.
• Complete scheduled weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance assignments.
• Identify and repair compressed air leaks and utility-related equipment issues.
• Support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) inspections and compliance initiatives.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas at all times.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Food Safety, and Food Quality requirements established by the company, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to support projects, continuous improvement efforts, and department priorities.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing maintenance experience and/or related technical training required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to document equipment issues and communicate maintenance activities across shifts.