Production Maintenance Mechanic

Accelera; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Milwaukee seeks a Production Maintenance Technician for first shift (7:00 am–3:30 pm). You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and perform preventive maintenance on waterjets, bridge saws, inline polishers, and CNC equipment to keep production running smoothly.

We require at least five years of hands-on machine repair or industrial maintenance experience; an associate degree or vocational training is beneficial but not required.

Qualifications

• Five years of practical experience in machine repair or industrial maintenance.
• Experience diagnosing electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical failures.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Minimize production interruptions by quickly identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic malfunctions as they arise.
• Collaborate with production leadership and machine operators to monitor equipment health and schedule repairs in a way that supports our manufacturing goals.
• Maintain a safe working environment by following safety guidelines and lockout/tagout procedures during every service task.
• Track spare parts inventory and alert management when supplies need to be replenished.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, such as checking calibrations, inspecting blades and belts, changing filters, and applying lubrication according to established logs.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree or vocational training (beneficial)

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

We are seeking a Production Maintenance Technician for our first shift, operating from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm in Milwaukee. Compensation starts at $28 per hour or more, depending on your specific background and expertise.

About the Position

In this role, you will play a vital part in keeping our facility running smoothly by identifying, fixing, and servicing essential machinery such as waterjets, bridge saws, inline polishers, and CNC equipment. Your work will focus on diagnosing complex mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic problems, executing necessary repairs, and conducting routine maintenance to ensure our systems operate at their highest potential.

Key Duties

• Minimize production interruptions by quickly identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic malfunctions as they arise.
• Collaborate closely with production leadership and machine operators to monitor equipment health and schedule repairs in a way that supports our manufacturing goals.
• Help maintain a safe working environment for the entire team by strictly adhering to all safety guidelines and lockout/tagout procedures during every service task.
• Ensure that our repair processes remain efficient by tracking spare parts inventory and alerting management when supplies need to be replenished.
• Execute routine preventive maintenance, such as checking calibrations, inspecting blades and belts, changing filters, and applying lubrication according to established logs.

Professional Qualifications

We require at least five years of practical experience in machine repair or industrial maintenance. While an associate degree or vocational training in the field is beneficial, it does not replace the need for extensive, hands‑on repair experience.

• Demonstrate a strong track record of troubleshooting and fixing electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical components like sensors, valves, pumps, motors, and control panels within a manufacturing setting.
• Show proficiency in using diagnostic tools, power tools, and hand tools, while also demonstrating the ability to interpret equipment schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical blueprints.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply.

All applicants must possess dependable transportation and demonstrate a commitment to working safely and productively during the first shift.