Electromechanical Technician I

Charter Manufacturing • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Wire is a leading Tier 1 supplier and manufacturer of Engineered Shaped Wire, Cold Finished Bar, and Cold-Headed and Stamped Components to various industries, including Automotive, Agriculture, Construction, Consumer, Industrial, and Oil & Gas. Charter Wire is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies. As an Electromechanical Technician, you’ll play a critical role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery. You'll work with both mechanical and electrical systems across high-speed stamping presses, cold forming machines, and automated equipment in a dynamic production environment.

Requirements

• Technical degree in a related field, journeyman’s card, or 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Proficiency in reading complex electrical schematics and code books
• Broad knowledge of electrical codes, electronic controls, and electrical theory
• Experience with line setups, inspections, and electrical testing equipment
• Strong math skills (fractions, percentages)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PLCs and drives (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Familiarity with AC/DC motors, HVAC, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Experience with welding/torch equipment and precision measuring tools
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving mindset and eagerness to keep learning

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical equipment using hand tools, welding equipment, and measuring devices
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and ensure equipment reliability
• Diagnose and resolve issues using technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement
• Follow safety protocols and use appropriate PPE
• Support process improvements and participate in ongoing training

Benefits

• Access great benefits like medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.
• Expand your skills with on-the-job training, process improvement opportunities, and internal advancement—we promote from within.
• Work in an environment committed to safety and continuous improvement.
• Join an established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership.
• We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing.
• Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees