Assembly Repair Mechanic
About The Position
Voith Paper is hiring for: Assembly Millwright I Appleton, WI Interested to learn about Voith? Check out our video " Voith careers " on YouTube. Voith Paper is hiring an Assembly Repair Mechanic (Millwright I) to support the repair, rebuild, and assembly of rotating industrial equipment used in paper manufacturing. This role is ideal for candidates with millwright, mechanical, assembly, or industrial maintenance experience who enjoy hands-on work, troubleshooting, and restoring equipment to OEM specifications. You will work in an industrial shop environment performing tear-downs, inspections, repairs, and reassembly of rotating machinery , with opportunities to grow into a multi-skill industrial mechanic .
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Flexibility to work required shifts
- Ability to work safely in industrial conditions (heat, dust, noise, heavy equipment)
- Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
- Basic computer skills
- Effective communication and decision-making abilities
Nice To Haves
- Millwright, mechanical assembly, or industrial maintenance experience
- Experience working with rotating equipment, bearings, shafts, or gear assemblies
- Familiarity with cranes, forklifts, and industrial lifting devices
- Welding experience (TIG preferred)
- Ability to work in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
Responsibilities
- Tear down rotating assemblies and mechanical equipment to diagnose failures
- Assemble machines and rotating components back to OEM condition
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
- Measure bearing clearances and shaft diameters using inside/outside micrometers and Romer Arm
- Move, align, and install machinery using hoists, cranes, forklifts, dollies, and rollers
- Operate hand tools, power tools, lift trucks, and industrial equipment
- Use large bearing pullers, torches, and perform light TIG welding as needed
- Troubleshoot equipment reliability and performance issues
- Document findings and repair activities clearly and accurately
- Support installation work at mill sites if or when required
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Monday–Thursday schedule (3-day weekends most weeks)
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Tuition reimbursement to support trade and technical skill development
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork
- Company committed to sustainability with a climate-neutral footprint worldwide
- Long-term career stability with advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
