Mechanical Technician (Electrical)

Position Overview

Independence Corrugated, an affiliate of Schwarz Partners, is seeking a Mechanical Technician (Electrical) to support our Oak Creek, WI facility. In this role as a Maintenance Technician, you will troubleshoot, install, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on industrial corrugated equipment and machinery. We truly value our employees as our greatest asset and support both you and your family.

Key Responsibilities

• Practice safe work habits at all times.
• Demonstrate ability to parallel all rolls and make all required settings and adjustments for optimum equipment performance to manufacture quality products.
• Teach other maintenance classifications the qualification requirements and proper maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot programmable controllers and replace all A/C and D/C drives and their control systems as needed.
• Utilize the maintenance software program CMMS and complete all paperwork accurately in accordance with company guidelines.
• Follow up on work to ensure repairs are performed properly.
• Maximize equipment utilization by maintaining machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Perform preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines using diagrams, sketches, manuals, and engineering instructions.
• Willingly work all necessary hours, shifts, and on short notice.
• Diagnose malfunctions using test equipment and hand tools to identify and correct problems.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices in work areas.
• Comply with all company policies and safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
• Utilize understanding of PLC, relay logic controls, AC/DC drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, boiler systems, steam systems, machining, welding, automation, and fabrication.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, such as moving and lifting heavy objects.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory technical manuals as well as electrical prints and drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• Familiarity with equipment design and operational capabilities.
• Experience with product layouts, production specifications, and quality standards.

Benefits & Perks

• Year-round employment for job stability.
• Unlimited opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement.
• Exceptional pay and great, affordable benefits (including life, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and more!).
• A clean facility featuring state-of-the-art technology.
• A respectful, empowering, team-oriented, and employee-friendly environment.