Skilled - Maintenance Technician

QPS Employment Group; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Kenosha, WI for a direct hire position on the 2nd shift (2:00pm-10:00pm, Tue-Sat). The role focuses on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production and packaging equipment to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, and preferred technical training or an associate degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance/repair experience.
• Associate degree preferred in Industrial Maintenance, Robotics, Industrial Technology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production and packaging equipment.
• Monitor equipment operation and adjust to improve performance.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on machinery.
• Disassemble and inspect equipment, replace worn components.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with production to reduce downtime.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Equipment repair

Reading blueprints

Welding

Teamwork

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance/Robotics/Industrial Technology

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Grinders

Saws

Machine tools

Welding equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Wage: $87,360.00-$88,000.00/year

Shift: 2nd

Hours: 2:00pm-10:00pm Tuesday-Saturday

We are seeking experienced Maintenance Mechanics for direct hire opportunities with a growing manufacturing company. These positions offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, long-term stability, and opportunities for growth. The Maintenance Mechanic will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production and packaging equipment. This position works closely with production and technical teams to minimize downtime, improve equipment reliability, and maintain safe and efficient manufacturing operations. This is a direct hire opportunity in Kenosha, WI.

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production and packaging equipment
• Monitor equipment operation and make adjustments to improve performance
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance
• Identify mechanical failures and determine appropriate repairs
• Clean, lubricate, adjust, and repair machinery
• Disassemble equipment to inspect and replace worn or damaged components
• Reassemble equipment according to proper procedures
• Inspect equipment for defects, hazards, and needed repairs
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot machinery
• Repair and fabricate components using shop equipment and applicable welding techniques
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance
• Partner with production to reduce equipment downtime
• Assist with equipment improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment

Maintenance Technician Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Preferred Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Robotics, Industrial Technology, or a related field
• 3+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance/repair experience
• At least 1 year of technical or trades training in industrial maintenance or a related field
• Preferred experience maintaining high-speed production or packaging equipment
• Preferred welding and fabrication experience
• Preferred experience training or assisting other maintenance employees
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Experience repairing industrial production equipment
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings
• Experience using hand and power tools, grinders, saws, machine tools, and/or welding equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the majority of the shift
• Frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, and crouching
• Ability to frequently lift and carry tools, equipment, and parts weighing up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment

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