Wirer I, Weekend shift

Columbus McKinnon; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon in Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a Wirer I for a weekend shift (Fri, Sat, Sun, 3:00 am–3:30 pm). You will wire control panels following schematics and blueprints, ensure correct wires, and perform crimping, lugging, and labeling.

The role requires reading specifications and completing paperwork with precision. Qualified applicants have a high school diploma or equivalent and can use hand/power tools, read drawings, and lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Ability to read product specifications, blueprints, and schematics.
• Capable of entering data into a computer as needed.
• Comfort with lifting up to 40 pounds and standing during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders for correct parts and drawings.
• Follow schematics to wire panels per customer specs.
• Ensure correct wire types and proper crimping and lugging.
• Wire standard and engineered panels as required.
• Perform quality inspections per the checklist and maintain records.
• Apply labels and complete required documentation.

Skills

Wire gauges 18 AWG–450 MCM

Hand and power tools operation

Data entry basics

Reading blueprints and schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wire strippers

Crimpers

Tie wrap gun

Precision measuring devices

Screwdrivers/pliers

Job description

Requisition ID3495-Posted11/05/2026-Menomonee Falls WI

WEEKEND SHIFT - Fri, Sat, Sun - 3 am to 3:30 pm

The Wirer I performs all aspects of wiring of control panels to produce the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review work order for the correct parts and drawings.
• Follow schematics and layouts to wire panels to meet customer specifications.
• Ensure the use of the correct wires.
• Perform all crimping and lugging activities and ensure wire Ty-bases are in the correct locations per the company’s wiring standards.
• The ability to wire standard and certain engineered panels.
• Perform all required quality inspections per the Quality Checklist.
• Apply all required labels.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Work with wire gauges of 18Awg – 450mcm
• Requires the ability to operate a variety of small hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, wire strippers, cutters and crimpers, and a tie wrap gun.
• May require the ability to use a computer to enter data.
• Ability to read and comprehend product specifications, blueprints, and schematics.
• Ability to complete required paperwork, documentation, and records.
• Regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.