Technician I - 1st Shift (M-TH 5:30a - 4:00p)

Oerlikon•Mequon, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Oerlikon is hiring a Technician I for its Mequon, Wisconsin facility. The role supports manufacturing by handling, transporting, and loading materials; operating mechanical production equipment; inspecting and packing products; tracking and recording production; and documenting downtime. The Technician follows company policies, procedures, health, environmental, safety, and quality standards; maintains a clean work area and equipment; participates in continuous improvement; and demonstrates the company’s core values. The position works first shift, Monday through Thursday, from 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with overtime when required. The role requires clear communication and teamwork, the ability to follow oral and written instructions, and attention to detail. Physical requirements include standing for more than nine hours, frequent hand and finger use, and lifting or moving loads of varying weights up to 50 pounds. Manufacturing experience is advantageous. The company provides development opportunities, competitive compensation, and benefits available from the first day of employment.

Requirements

High school graduate, GED, or equivalent experience.
Able to stand for more than nine hours.
Frequently use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and climb or balance; occasionally walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, or hear.
Regularly lift or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Good dexterity, attention to fine details, depth perception, and hand coordination; vision abilities include close and peripheral vision, depth perception, hand-eye coordination, and ability to adjust focus.
Strong attention to detail.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel spreadsheets, and Access databases.
Positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required.
Commitment to the company’s core values, goals, mission, and vision.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Perform production operations to support the manufacturing process.
Handle, transport, and load materials; operate mechanical production equipment; inspect and pack products.
Track and record production, and log or record downtime information.
Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment, and follow prescribed safety regulations and current health, environmental, safety, and quality standards.
Communicate clearly with co-workers and supervisors and work as part of a team.
Follow company policies and procedures, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, and engage with the company’s core values.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, asking questions when necessary to prevent misunderstanding.
Use basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel spreadsheets, and Access databases, to complete end-of-day reports.
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums and company-sponsored HSA contributions.
Dental and vision coverage.
Employee assistance, financial, and wellness programs.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, financial planning, and education options.
Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources.
Paid time off.
10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters.
Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
Employee referral bonus program.
Employee development opportunities.