Technician, Maintenance II

Southwire Company; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwire Company LLC is seeking a Level II Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations by performing a full range of multi-craft maintenance focused on reliability and maintainability. You will ensure sustainable operation of machinery by executing preventive maintenance on motors, conveyors, and other production equipment.

The role includes participation in process improvement and problem-solving teams.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical and electrical background.
• Able to interpret drawings, schematics and OEM manuals.
• 5+ years in industrial manufacturing or comparable skills.
• 2-year technical degree desirable.
• Familiar with common shop equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical, systematic methods.
• Install and align mechanical drive systems.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks and major service/overhauls.
• Replace failed parts and adjust equipment to specs.
• Maintain lubrication and safety of machinery.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and operators.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Reading schematics

Ability to mentor technicians

Education

2-year technical degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI, US, 53158

Company: Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:
As a Level II Maintenance Technician, you will support our manufacturing operations by providing a full range of multi-craft equipment maintenance with focus on reliability and maintainability. Ensure sustainable operation of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, and other production machinery. The Maintenance Technician may also be a key member of process improvement and problem-solving teams.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Strong Mechanical and Electrical background.
• Possesses strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CMMS, etc.).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and OEM manuals.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and manufacturing equipment.
• Must be familiar with normal shop equipment such as drill press, band saw and portable power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret precision measuring devices.
• Ability to mentor and train other technicians on the maintenance team.
• Must be capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Successful completion of certification testing.
• 2-year Technical Degree desired.
• A minimum of 5 years of industrial manufacturing or comparable skills demonstration required.

PRIMARY JOB TASKS

• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical and systematic methodologies.
• Install and perform alignment on mechanical drive systems.
• Complete all assigned preventive tasks including major service and overhaul.
• Replacement of identified failed parts or components.
• Adjust equipment to bring it into operational specifications.
• Maintain machinery lubrication requirements.
• Recommend process or procedure changes based on observed equipment behavior.
• Testing of electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters to ensure proper operation and safety of system.
• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.
• Maintain current and accurate maintenance data to determine establish historical records and future maintenance requirements.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and operators on proper equipment service and condition.

QUALITY

• Maintain an attitude of learning to stay current with maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Complete an annual Maintenance Skills Assessment and perform assigned training activities based on assessment results.

SAFETY

• Report all accidents, incidents, injuries and unsafe acts or conditions, immediately to the supervisor.
• Must follow prescribed safety procedures to prevent injury and maintain safe equipment and conditions in entire plant.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of working safely in an industrial maintenance environment.
• Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Kenosha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee