Electro Mechanical Technician at Wausau Coated Products, Inc

Location: Main Location Wausau, Wisconsin with some travel to our Las Vegas and Plymouth, MN locations.

Job Purpose: Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement, the Electro-Mechanical Technician will safely troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment across all WCP locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all Company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Represent Wausau Coated Products, Inc. professionally at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area in line with Company policies.
• Conduct tests on electromechanical assemblies using instrumentation, technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment, including controls, drives, and PLCs.
• Inspect component parts to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware.
• Develop, analyze, and test PLC programs for industrial equipment.
• Assemble, repair, and rework pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
• Fit and assemble component parts using hand tools and fixtures.
• Consult with the Manager on production equipment projects and needs.
• Operate metalworking machines to fabricate production machine components.
• Position, install, test, and train on equipment servicing requirements.
• Advise on parts and tool purchases and necessary services.
• Update drawings and diagrams as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement.
• Travel to all WCP locations as needed.
• Participate in a 1-week 2nd shift rotation every 8 weeks.

Education/Experience:

• Associate degree or vocational education in Electromechanical Technology or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of equipment or maintenance support experience.

Specific Skills, Licensure, and Certifications:

• Strong communication skills with co-workers to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Ability to follow directions and read schematics, blueprints, and other drawings.
• Critical thinking skills to assess solutions and approaches to issues.
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment, and computer hardware/software.
• Familiarity with equipment engineering principles and practices.
• Flexibility to work 8-9 hour shifts, including weekends and on-call duties.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability.

Why Join Us? At Wausau Coated Products, Inc., you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation. We offer a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth.