About us

As a family-run business acting globally, with 10,200 highly qualified employees, the WIKA group of companies is a worldwide leader in pressure and temperature measurement. The company also sets the standard in the measurement of level, force and flow, and in calibration technology. Founded in 1946, WIKA is today a strong and reliable partner for all the requirements of industrial measurement technology, thanks to a broad portfolio of high-precision instruments and comprehensive services.

Would you like the opportunity to take ownership of your career development through a variety of cross-training opportunities? As a WIKA Manufacturing employee, you will be an essential part of core manufacturing operations, ensuring that a quality product is produced. We have an immediate need for a Maintenance Technician. We offer a speedy interview and orientation process for this role.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for conducting equipment setup, troubleshooting, repair and performs corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance of all equipment and facility owned by WIKA

Responsibilities:

· Provides Emergency/Unscheduled repairs of equipment.

· Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.

· Observes equipment in operation to determine malfunction.

· Inspects used parts to determine replacement or upgrade of material.

· Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.

· Repairs or replaces defective parts.

· Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.

· Lubricates and cleans parts.

· Starts devices to test their performance.

· Performs plumbing, carpentry, masonry, moving equipment, painting, etc.

· PM equipment – changing oil, belts, filters, clean equipment, as stated on work order

· Fabricate and modify parts to repair equipment

· Maintains industrial machines

· Reads and interprets equipment manuals and drawings.

· May perform electrical troubleshooting and installation intermittently

· Complies with OSHA Safety and Health Rules

· Performs all other duties as assigned or needed by Maintenance Manager/Supervisor

Qualifications/ Experience:

· Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or Technical School and five years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, drawings and schematics.

· Must have the ability to write routing reports and correspondence. Have ability to speak effectively before groups.

· Must have demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as portions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Must be able to apply the concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

· Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Able to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Technician must have the ability to use logic and reasoning to reach a solution to problems.

· Mechanical and minor electrical experience required. Pneumatic and hydraulic experience is required. Good mechanical skills, manufacturing experience preferred, especially if it was in a “lean” environment. Technician must have the ability to monitor performance and be able to make improvements or take corrective action.

Physical Requirements

· Vision (Near, Distance, Color)

· Sense of Sound (Must be able to hear and speak.)

· Sense of Touch

• · Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety glasses) (Safety shoes)

· Long periods of standing may be required

· Lift up to 50lbs.

Get excited about this opportunity because WIKA offers….

• Competitive salary
• Clean Climate-controlled facility
• Excellent Medical Benefits
• Wellness Programs
• Generous 401k
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Contact Cassi Runner to apply- Cassi.Runner@wika.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary expectations?
• How much experience do you have performing PM's?
• Tell me about your experience with pneumatic and hydraulic repair
• Tell me about your experience repairing, troubleshooting Maintenace equipment in a manufacturing plant. What kind of machines did you work on specifically?

Experience:

• Industrial maintenance: 3 years (Required)
• Maintenance: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person