electro-mechanical technician.

• Direct hire
• Excellent benefits package!
• Shift differential
• Location in Fitchburg, WI
• A 2nd shift, Monday- Friday 4:00 pm - 12:30 am schedule with some flexibility

Responsibilities:

• Timely preventative maintenance on all Operations equipment per approved preventative maintenance plans, create work orders for any tasks outside of the preventative maintenance plan, and provide feedback to your supervisor
• Maintain up-to-date bills of materials, manuals, and drawings to support uptime and proper machine operation
• Timely and efficient response to demand (unplanned) maintenance activities to reduce unplanned downtime, communicate the root cause of failure, and problem solve
• Provide technical support and expertise for all Operations equipment and systems and manage/review all critical systems and equipment
• Perform routine fabrication, assembly, installation, operation, maintenance, modification, and testing of electrical and mechanical components, apparatus, and equipment
• Reduce manufacturing costs through the identification of changes to components and processes that will reduce raw material costs and/or process time. Implement changes with proper timing, documentation, planning, and communication within the client equipment change policies
• Provide assistance and participation in projects that involve new equipment introduction. Assist engineers, architects, and project/process owners in developing specifications, installing, and testing equipment
• Work closely with Facilities Maintenance, Operations Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure open communication, prioritization, and coordination of repair and maintenance work
• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical orders to determine methods and means to solve problems
• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes and electronic voltmeters
• Verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments
• Operate, test, maintain, repair, and/or troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), robotics, vision systems, sensors, and servo controllers

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Robotics & Controls, Engineering Technology, or similar technical discipline, plus 3 years of experience in equipment maintenance
• Ability to be flexible with schedule and adjust to department needs including the ability to be on-call once a month
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical theory and mechanics of materials. Solid understanding of equipment, systems, and techniques appropriate to debugging mechanical and electrical systems. Experience in the repair and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and automated equipment
• Demonstrated skills in analyzing, troubleshooting, and repairing complex electronic, mechanical, robotic, and electromechanical systems
• Computer literacy
• Quick learner with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain a high degree of organization
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• An associate degree in Mechanical Maintenance or a similar program
• Experience with automated packaging and process systems and components, including PLC programming (Allen-Bradley)
• Experience in an ISO 9000, FDA GMP, or USDA-regulated environment where gowning is required
• AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks experience

Physical Demands:

• Ability to occasionally move objects up to 100 pounds
• Ability to work in areas of limited space and varying environmental temperatures
• Ability to observe and inspect equipment for proper operation and compliance with safety and housekeeping standards
• Ability to work in the following environments- production environment around automated equipment, office environment utilizing a computer workstation, and lab environment with chemical and biological materials
• Ability to travel by car or airplane, for one or several days, to suppliers, equipment vendors, etc.

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).

For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Spherion's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Spherion representative for more information.