Production Machine Technician

Earn Up to a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

MACHINE ADJUSTER – STARTING PAY $24.00/HOUR!

Are you mechanically inclined and enjoy working with your hands? Do you have the skills but haven't found a company willing to invest in your growth?

If you enjoy troubleshooting machinery, making mechanical adjustments, and solving problems, Western States has an opportunity for you. We provide extensive paid training and a clear path for career advancement in our clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility in Butler, WI—just minutes from Milwaukee.

GUARANTEED PAY INCREASES Additional merit-based increases every 90 daysSHIFT OPPORTUNITIES2nd

Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–10:30 PM+$1.50/hour shift premium3rd

Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 10:30 PM–6:30 AM+$2.00/hour shift premium PAID TRAINING We believe in developing our employees. You don't have to come in knowing everything—we'll provide hands-on, paid training to help you succeed as a Machine Adjuster.

WHAT YOU'LL DOAs a Machine Adjuster, you'll play a critical role in keeping production running efficiently by:

Setting up envelope folding machines for production orders

Operating machines within the department

Configuring equipment to customer specifications

Troubleshooting mechanical issues

Performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs

Making mechanical adjustments and machine changeovers

Ensuring quality standards and production efficiency WE'RE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WITH:

Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills

Manufacturing or production machine setup experience OR Automotive, fleet, industrial maintenance, or mechanic experienceA willingness to learn and grow through hands-on training

Strong attention to detail and a positive work ethicWHY WESTERN STATES?

Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Competitive pay with guaranteed wage increases
401(k) with Company Match Comprehensive Benefits Package9 Paid Holidays
80 Hours of PTOPaid Sick Time Beginning Your First Year Multiple Shift Options Clean, Climate-Controlled Facility Family-Owned Since 1908

Long-Term Career Growth and Development If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy working with your hands, and want to build a long-term career, apply today and start your future with Western States!

SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE IN THIS ROLE HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS Manual dexterity

Strong initiative

Team player

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Prior Manufacturing experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FUNCTIONS Stamina & Mobility:
Ability to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for the duration of a scheduled shift (8–12 hours). Must be able to frequently bend, reach, crouch, or stoop.

Weight Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally from floor to waist and waist to shoulder.

Manual Dexterity:
Constant repetitive grasping and fine motor manipulation of paper materials and machine components.

Range of Motion:
Frequent twisting of the torso and lifting above shoulder height.

Sensory/Vision:
Must possess tactile/touch sensitivity in hands and digits. Near and far visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required for quality control and safe machine operation.

Work Environment:
Ability to perform these functions in a manufacturing environment that may include high noise levels, varying temperatures, and paper dust.

Expected hours: 40.0 per week