Maintenance Mechanic

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Mechanic will perform preventative maintenance, repairs, machine overhauls, machine installations, inspections, services, and general cleaning on facility equipment and systems.

• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, and service on machines in a fast-paced production focused facility.
• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
• Work during plant shutdowns which typically occur on weekends and holidays.
• Installs new equipment or moves current equipment to facilitate production efficiency.
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance.
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Orders and installs replacement parts for machines.
• Identifies the root causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
• Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently.
• Prepares reports documenting work performed.
• Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
• Assist outside contractors as needed for special projects.
• Use computers to create work orders, order parts, monitor systems, submit reports, accurately record time confirmations, and check email. Primary programs will be Microsoft Office Suite, Indusoft, and SAP.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimal travel required for this position.

None

• Previous industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Previous welding/fabricating/plumbing/pipe fitting experience preferred.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience preferred.

Must have a strong analytical background with great problem‑solving skills.

Must be able to efficiently troubleshoot equipment failures and determine appropriate repair timeline to production.

Must have strong oral and written communications skills.

Must have ability to work as a member of a team or independently.

Must have a strong understanding of blueprint and tape measure reading.

Attend trainings and webinars to learn and stay current in the field.

Ability to obtain certifications as required (i.e. welding, crane, backflow preventer, hydraulic).

• Basic hand tools.
• Battery powered/electric/air tools.
• Saws, drills, grinders, torches, welders, pipe threaders.
• Forklift, aerial lift, overhead hoist.

• Ability to work on elevated work structures while wearing appropriate PPE to include aerial lift platforms and cat walks.
• Ability to work in and around dirty/dusty locations while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Ability to work inside confined spaces while using appropriate PPE.
• Potential exposure to extreme heat during summer months and when near molten iron and hot castings.
• Potential exposure to extreme cold during winter months if working outside.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and demanding production focused environment.

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Able to climb stairs/ladders, bend, stretch, push, pull, pinch, kneel, and move as needed to perform duties.
• Must be able to visually inspect parts and machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Machine Safety Inspections