Maintenance Tech

Description

The Maintenance Technician supports safe, efficient, and reliable production by performing preventive and corrective maintenance on powder coating and facility equipment. This role is hands‑on and highly visible, requiring strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment including conveyors, ovens, spray systems, and material handling equipment.
• Diagnosing equipment issues using electrical testing devices, schematics, and manufacturer documentation.
• Repair, rebuild, install, modify, and relocate mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems.
• Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication as required.
• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment safely.

• Execute preventive maintenance tasks per established schedules.
• Respond to corrective maintenance requests and unplanned breakdowns.
• Document work completed, repairs, and parts usage in the CMMS.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements.

• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, fire protection, and emergency lighting.
• Perform general facility maintenance including painting, drywall, floors, doors, signage, and roof leak investigation.
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers as required.

• Perform work in compliance with OSHA and company safety policies.
• Follow Winona Quality Policy and procedures.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Participate in on‑call rotation and emergency response.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years industrial maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills

• 3–5 years industrial maintenance experience
• Technical or Trade School Training
• PLC and controls experience
• Powder coating or finishing experience

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly, 70 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb throughout shift
• Ability to work in environments with varying and sometimes extreme temperatures, including hot and cold conditions associated with industrial equipment and seasonal weather
• Ability to work at heights
• Meet OSHA job‑related testing requirement

• Occasional overtime during peak production periods or equipment downtime.
• Participation in an on‑call rotation for emergency maintenance support.
• A hands‑on role in a fast‑paced, growing powder coating operation with opportunities to gain experience and contribute to continuous improvement.