Electro-Mechanical Technician at Menasha Packaging in neenah, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Job Tasks to include:

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions


• Works with production personnel to troubleshoot mechanical or electrical issues


• Works in conjunction with outside contractors and/or vendors as well as OEM's to troubleshoot and make repairs to plant equipment


• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments


• Wires and installs AC/DC motors, drives, racks and motion control equipment


• Electrical trouble shooting using the proper tools and PPE


• Controls downtime by performing routine preventive maintenance techniques


• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment


• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs


• Uses computer system to document work and account for parts


• Communicates with the team using verbal, written or electronic communication including phone, email, radio, or other


• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities to include:

• Ability to read and understand machine part lists, preventative maintenance manuals, schematics and blueprints


• Proficient computer skills including the ability to navigate and perform needed duties on CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)


• Ability to use rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments


• Ability to operate equipment including machines, alignment tools, high lifts, forklifts, boom lifts, scissors lifts, etc.


• Knowledge of AC/DC circuits, motors and drives, PLC, and instrumentation and process controls

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting up to 75 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40 lbs.


• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time


• Occasional climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling, reaching


• Frequent grasping and hand manipulation

Work Hour Details/Compensation:

• This is a rotating shift position. It is an 8-hour shift Monday - Friday that rotates weekly between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift


• This position may be required to work overtime up to 12 hours/day or on Saturdays/Sundays depending on the volume of work and/or special projects


• Electro-Mechanical Associate degree required


• $37.15 per hour