Wirer I, Weekend shift

Columbus McKinnon; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon in Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a Wirer I to wire control panels, following schematics and quality checklists to meet customer specs. This role supports high-quality electrical assemblies in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires lifting up to 40 pounds, using hand and power tools, reading blueprints, and completing paperwork. Weekend shift is Fri-Sun, 3 am to 3:30 pm, with standard safety procedures and teamwork emphasis.

Qualifications

• Read and understand product specifications, blueprints, and schematics.
• Possess ability to operate hand and power tools and precision measuring devices.
• Complete required paperwork and records accurately.
• Lift up to 40 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders for correct parts and drawings.
• Wire panels to meet customer specifications following schematics and layouts.
• Ensure correct wires and Ty-bases per wiring standards.
• Perform crimping and lugging activities and quality inspections.
• Apply labels and complete required paperwork and records.
• Follow safety rules and maintain housekeeping in the department.

Skills

Wire panels

Hand & power tools

Crimping

Read schematics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Wire strippers

Crimpers

Tie wrap gun

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Requisition ID3338-Posted09/01/2026-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.