Automation & Maintenance Technician

W66N205 Commerce Court, Cedarburg, WI 53012

Parts Badger is a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing company with facilities in Cedarburg and West Bend, Wisconsin. We've been recognized as a Future 50 company for four consecutive years and continue to invest heavily in automation, technology, and state-of-the-art equipment.

Our facilities feature automated CNC machining cells, industrial robotics, advanced inspection systems, and modern manufacturing technologies that support customers across a wide range of industries. As we continue to expand, we're looking for a hands-on Automation & Maintenance Technician to help keep our equipment operating at peak performance.

This is not your typical maintenance position.

As an Automation & Maintenance Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving the equipment that powers our manufacturing operation. You'll work with CNC machines, robotic automation systems, inspection equipment, and supporting technologies to maximize uptime and reliability.

You'll also partner with our R&D and Operations teams to deploy new equipment, support automation initiatives, and help bring innovative solutions from concept to production.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with both tools and technology, and taking ownership of critical equipment, this role offers an opportunity to make a direct impact on a growing manufacturing organization.

• Perform preventive maintenance on CNC machines, automation equipment, and facility systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation-related issues
• Respond to equipment downtime and maintenance requests from production teams
• Develop, maintain, and execute preventive maintenance schedules
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history
• Assist with installation, setup, and commissioning of new equipment and automation systems
• Support robotic automation cells, machine accessories, and ancillary equipment
• Work closely with Operations and R&D teams to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Help develop standard operating procedures and maintenance documentation
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and increased equipment uptime
• Assist with inventory management of maintenance and spare parts

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting ability
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting, wiring, crimping, soldering, and multimeter use
• Comfortable working around industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software systems
• Ability to independently research problems and develop practical solutions
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across departments
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Experience maintaining CNC machine tools or similar industrial equipment
• Industrial maintenance, mechatronics, automation, or manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with robotics, conveyors, sensors, and automated systems
• Experience in a job shop or high-mix manufacturing environment
• Understanding of machining, tooling, and work holding systems
• Basic programming or scripting experience is a plus
• Experience installing, commissioning, or supporting production equipment

• Modern, climate-controlled facilities
• New equipment and advanced automation technology
• Growing company with significant advancement opportunities
• Collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work on innovative manufacturing technology
• Direct impact on the success and growth of the business

If you're someone who enjoys solving problems, working with advanced equipment, and taking ownership of keeping operations running smoothly, we'd like to talk with you.