Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Novonesis; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis seeks a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd Shift to ensure the optimal operation of production machinery and building systems. This entry-level full-time role offers a chance to contribute to vital biological solutions while utilizing your skills in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a technical background, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and a can-do attitude, ensuring safety and efficiency throughout the facility.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining production equipment.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC operations and boiler fundamentals.
• Ability to work with basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair building systems like HVAC and electrical.
• Complete required logs and paperwork.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

One-year certificate from a technical school

Job description

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Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We’re here to better our world with biology.

Join us as a Maintenance Mechanic II

This position works under general supervision and is primarily responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing production equipment and machinery. Assist with maintenance of building facilities as requested by management.

In This Role You'll Make An Impact By

• Maintaining the condition of the production and facility equipment as per state regulations.
• Ensuring optimum operation of all production equipment and machinery by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing any problems in a timely manner.
• Maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing all building systems and their components, including lighting, HVAC, production wastewater system, steam, compressed air, hot and cold water systems, electrical, foam system, and all similar systems located throughout the facility.
• Completing all required computer logs and paperwork.
  
  

To Succeed You Must Hold

• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts including conversion of weight and volume in the metric system.
• Basic knowledge of boiler plant fundamentals, HVAC operations and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and follow basic building diagrams and schematics.
• Possess a working knowledge of computers with an ability to operate basic controls for equipment operation.
• Ability to use basic hand tools (hammer, screwdriver, wrench) for assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• Should be a self-starter that can prioritize their workday and function with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers regarding the status of a mechanical project.
• Must be a member of the First Aid Team/Safety Committee and a Fire Protection Monitor.
• Must maintain a valid drivers license and forklift license.
• Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.
• These characteristics are normally acquired through a High school diploma or GED, with one-year certificate from a technical school, and 1 to 3 years related experience
  
  

Could our purpose be yours? Apply today!

Application deadline: 6/30/2025

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.

Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

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Learn more about Novonesis, our purpose, and your career opportunities at novonesis.com

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