Mechanical Maintenance

Waupaca Foundry; Marinette (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision on day one

401(k)

Paid vacations/holidays

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading supplier of iron castings is looking for an Entry Level Maintenance Technician to perform equipment repairs and preventative maintenance. The role involves training for safety compliance and may require work on 2nd or 3rd shifts. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and be proficient in areas such as welding and machine repair. Benefits include health coverage starting day one, 401(k), paid vacations, and support for career development, making this a great opportunity for skilled individuals seeking growth.

Qualifications

• Proficient in maintenance-related tasks and equipment repairs.
• Must be adaptable to a flexible work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Complete safety training and comply with safety policies.
• Adjust machinery for efficient operations.
• Participate in the 6-S Program and perform fabrication tasks.

Skills

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Fabrication/Fasteners

Blueprint reading

Power transmission repair

Machine repair

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 3,000 people company-wide. Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward‑thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation. Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality castings. Cast Your Own Future. More information is available on our website www.waupacafoundry.com.

Role Summary

This role must be proficient in breakdown response and preventative maintenance to maintain a state of the art facility; must also be able to perform maintenance equipment repairs and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete safety training, and demonstrate ability to comply with departmental safety policy and guidelines.
• Participate in WF’s 6‑S Program (housekeeping).
• Demonstrate ability to utilize process control documents and Departmental Work Instructions (DWIs).
• Make necessary adjustments to machinery to insure efficient operations.
• May do fabrication, machine repair, installation, basic construction type work or other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education, equivalent experience, or actively pursuing a degree in Maintenance related field.
• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift.
• Solid work history.
• Good oral communications.
• Understanding and following instructions.
• Problem solving.
• Dependable and responsible.
• Positive work attitude.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule, while working without supervision.
• Must be proficient in the following: Welding, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fabrication/Fasteners, Blueprint reading, Power transmission repair, Machine repair.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent.

Selection Process

If selected for consideration, candidates must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, aptitude tests, references verification, pre‑employment drug screening, a pre‑employment physical, and a job function test.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision on day one.
• Short and long term disability.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employer funded retirement plan.
• Paid vacations/holidays.
• Wellness program.
• Fitness membership.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing. Industries: Mining.