Maintenance Technician

QuantumPoly Innovations; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

QuantumPoly Innovations is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliability of production machinery at our Kenosha facility. In this key role, you'll perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot systems, and collaborate with team members to enhance production efficiency. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, a solid understanding of various control systems, and a commitment to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience.
• Proven experience troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills

Pneumatics Experience

Hydraulics Experience

Commercial Electrical Expertise

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)

Diagnostic equipment (multimeters)

Job description

About QuantumPoly Innovations:

At QuantumPoly Innovations, we’re reshaping the future of packaging through sustainable innovation and advanced manufacturing. Our Kenosha facility is a center of excellence, utilizing cutting-edge injection molding technology and precision-engineered molds to produce high-quality, eco-friendly packaging solutions. Our commitment to quality and efficiency relies on expertly maintained equipment, and we're looking for a skilled technician to join our passionate team.

Why We Need You:

You are the guardian of our operational heartbeat. As a Maintenance Technician in our Kenosha facility, your expertise is crucial for ensuring the reliability and peak performance of our sophisticated production and tooling equipment. From high-precision injection molding machines to the advanced systems supporting our mold-making operations, your hands-on skills will minimize downtime, maximize efficiency, and directly contribute to our ability to deliver innovative, sustainable packaging solutions.

Here’s What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery, including injection molding presses, auxiliary equipment (chillers, dryers, material handling), and potentially supporting maintenance on toolroom equipment (CNC, EDM).

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems efficiently to minimize production downtime.

• Diagnose equipment malfunctions using technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.

• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.

• Work with PLCs, VFDs, servo motors, and other control systems for troubleshooting and basic adjustments.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts inventory using our maintenance management system.

• Collaborate closely with production operators, process technicians, and mold makers to identify and resolve equipment issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Adhere strictly to all safety protocols (including LOTO) and maintain a clean and organized work environment.

• Assist with equipment installation and facility maintenance tasks as needed.

You Need These Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing complex electro-mechanical systems, including hydraulic and pneumatic components.

• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and blueprints.

• Proficiency with standard maintenance tools, diagnostic equipment (multimeters, etc.), and precision measuring instruments.

• Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.

• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.

• Commitment to safety procedures and regulations.

It Would Be Nice If:

• You have an Associate's Degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related field.

• You have specific experience maintaining plastic injection molding machines.

• You possess experience maintaining CNC machinery or EDM equipment.

• You have experience troubleshooting PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc).

• You have basic fabrication skills (welding, machining).

• You are familiar with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement methodologies.

• You have experience working in a facility producing high-precision components.

Join Our Team:

If you are a proactive, skilled Maintenance Technician looking to contribute to an innovative and growing company focused on sustainability, apply today! Be part of the team crafting the tools and products that build a better future.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• HVAC/R Systems
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Pneumatics Experience
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Hydraulics Experience
• Commercial Electrical Expertise
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
• Relay Testing
• Insulation Resistance Testing
• Machine Safety Inspections

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Fanuc)
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors

Salary info:

$33 - $38 / hr