Journeyworker Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Watts Water•Menomonee Falls, WI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Watts is seeking a skilled Maintenance Industrial Mechanic Journeyman for its onsite manufacturing facility in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. The role supports production equipment and facility infrastructure through installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and commissioning of industrial equipment and facility systems. The mechanic works closely with engineering teams on new equipment and production systems, with a focus on safety, uptime, and equipment reliability. The position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor. The role includes advanced mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical maintenance; precision maintenance and machinery overhauls; troubleshooting CNC and PLC-controlled equipment; and supporting FANUC robotics cells. Responsibilities also include preventive maintenance program management using Limble, repair documentation, inventory and vendor coordination, department metrics, continuous improvement, employee training, and mentoring apprentices as needed. The mechanic may support other department functions and perform other duties assigned by the Manufacturing Supervisor or company management. This is an onsite manufacturing-facility position. Work hours will be communicated by the manager. Physical requirements include standing for extended periods, moving around the manufacturing floor, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds, close and color vision, reading documents, communicating clearly, and wearing required personal protective equipment. Employment is at will.

Requirements

Journeyman certification in Industrial Mechanics/Millwright or an equivalent recognized trade qualification.
At least 5 years of industrial or manufacturing experience.
Hands-on experience with electrical systems from low voltage through 480 volts.
Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment.
Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, maintenance, and production teams.
Strong troubleshooting skills in power and control systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings.
Ability to safely perform lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and elevated work.
Must establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing.
Punctuality, dependability, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Ability to maintain productive and collaborative relationships and adhere to company policies, procedures, standards, and cultural beliefs.
Ability to stand for long periods, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, push and pull up to 50 pounds, and move around a manufacturing floor.
Close vision and color vision; ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, which may include safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Nice To Haves

Additional Journeyman certification or equivalent recognized trade qualification.
Previous leadership experience.
Previous experience working with preventive maintenance programs; Limble is preferred.
10 or more years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
Working knowledge of Continuous Pouring Equipment for Bradley’s Composite Production.
Experience with robotic welding applications and process equipment.
Experience with E-Coat (electrocoating) high-tech metal processing equipment.
Ability to read and interpret ladder logic, one-lines, and machine documentation.

Responsibilities

Analyze, diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical issues on CNC-based equipment.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems.
Perform precision maintenance on production equipment, conveyors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
Rebuild and overhaul machinery and components to OEM specifications.
Perform advanced alignment, balancing, and vibration-related mechanical work.
Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
Support and troubleshoot FANUC robotics cells, including safety circuits and end-of-arm tooling.
Identify failure trends and recommend corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.
Communicate equipment status, repair needs, and improvement opportunities to supervision and operations.
Install, align, and dismantle machinery and mechanical components.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical drawings.
Use precision measuring tools, department instruments, gauges, meters, and hand and power tools.
Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and machining as required.
Replace bearings, seals, belts, chains, and other worn components.
Support mechanical requirements for new equipment installations, line moves, and process changes.
Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs to minimize production downtime.
Document mechanical repairs, upgrades, and system modifications.
Complete, manage, and schedule the preventive maintenance program using Limble.
Manage mechanical supplies inventory and contact vendors.
Remain accountable for department metrics (SQDCI).
Support new product development at the maintenance level and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with engineering teams to install, integrate, and commission new equipment and production lines.
Complete Industrial Lift Certification.
Mentor apprentices as needed and train department employees.
Learn and remain familiar with plant and department layouts.
Collaborate across departments, support other department functions as needed, and help maintain a positive work environment.
Follow company safety policies and assume other projects and duties assigned by the Manufacturing Supervisor or company management.