United States, Wisconsin, Mount Pleasant
Position Title: Maintenance Technician & Setter
Wage: $68,000-$72,000/year
QPS Employment Group is hiring a Maintenance Technician & Setter for a company in Mount Pleasant, WI. The Maintenance Technician & Setter plays a key role in ensuring the reliability and optimal performance of production machinery and equipment. Working closely with production teams and technical departments, the Maintenance Technician & Setter helps ensure consistent product quality and supports the smooth operation of manufacturing processes.
Maintenance Technician & Setter Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Prepare the machine for operation - adjust it to the required output format of printed materials and putting the machine into operation
- Load sheets of paper/components into the machine and check the quality of the output during the process
- Prepare and carry out machine repairs according to the repair plan
- Write up spare parts requirements
- Supervise the execution of service work
- Work with plant maintenance on major events
- Work on assembly machines
- Work on overhauls and medium repairs
- Perform minor repairs on machines
- Keep records of the operating logs of individual machines
- Supervise compliance with OSH, PO
- Carry out other work as instructed by supervisor
Maintenance Technician & Setter Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Technical certification or vocational training in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance preferred
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in industrial machinery maintenance or a related manufacturing environment
- Experience working with printing, packaging, or finishing equipment is a plus
- Prior experience with machine setup, adjustment, and preventative maintenance programs preferred
- Certifications in mechanical, electrical, or mechatronic systems are a plus (e.g., Industrial Maintenance Technician Certification) but are not required
- Computer and office software for logging maintenance activities and reading instructions
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical diagrams, technical manuals, and schematics
- Basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Proficient in the safe use of hand tools and diagnostic equipment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to workplace safety and following established safety protocols
- Independence and sound decision-making ability during maintenance and troubleshooting activities
- Teamwork and collaboration skills to support group maintenance efforts and ensure production equipment uptime
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, repair instructions, schematics, and safety regulations
- Basic math skills for measurements, part specifications, and maintenance tracking
- Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing environment, performing repairs and maintenance on production machinery
- Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, variable temperatures, and tight or confined spaces
- Potential for shift work, overtime, and on-call duties depending on production needs
- Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, and safety glasses
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work in physically demanding conditions for extended periods
- Ability to lift, carry, and move items up to 30 kg (approximately 66 pounds) occasionally
- Strong coordination and manual dexterity to safely operate tools and perform precision repairs or adjustments
- Physical stamina to work in physically demanding and occasionally confined conditions for extended periods
- Ability to work under pressure, solve technical problems quickly, and maintain attention to detail when checking technical parameters and conducting repairs
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