Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

The Industrial Electro- Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex electro-mechanical systems within a CNC-driven manufacturing environment. This role requires advanced knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical components, CNC machinery, and industrial automation to ensure maximum equipment uptime and production efficiency.

Work Schedule:  This is a full-time, benefits eligible position requiring 40 hours per week. Core work schedule is Monday – Friday from 6:30am – 3:00pm. Individual must be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Salary: $32-$36 per hour

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Diagnoses, troubleshoot, and repair CNC machines, including mills, lathes, and multi-axis , bar feeders and associated equipment 
• Maintain and repair electrical systems including motors, drives (VFDs/servos), PLCs, and control panels 
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, ladder logic, and mechanical drawings 
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment 
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems 
• Install, align, and calibrate mechanical components such as ball screws, spindles, bearings, and couplings 
• Support CNC control systems (Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, or similar), including basic parameter adjustments and fault recovery 
• Repair, retrofit & upgrade of mechanical Swiss style machines and feeders
• Assist with equipment upgrades, retrofits, and new machine installations 
• Utilize diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and software interfaces 
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures 
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage in CMMS system 
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and performance 
• Continued training on equipment will be required for this position, this may be in-house or require company paid travel and will be < 5% of you working time annually.

•  5+ years of experience in an industrial maintenance role, preferably in a CNC manufacturing environment 
• Strong knowledge of: 
  • Industrial electrical systems (AC/DC, motors, drives) 
  • PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent) 
  • CNC machine operation and maintenance 
  • Mechanical systems and precision alignment 
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical documentation 
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems 
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Familiarity with HMI systems and industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, etc.) 
• CNC programming knowledge (G-code) is a plus 
• Welding and fabrication skills 
• Lean Six Sigma experience 

Benefits & perks of joining the Reader Precision Solutions team include:

RPS team members enjoy a challenging & fast-paced work environment in a high-tech manufacturing facility named the 35th & 37th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year. Our work environment is extremely clean, well lit, organized (5S), & climate-controlled.  In addition, our team thrives in a supportive culture that provides engaged leadership, ongoing recognition for performance results, & a great benefits package.

• Competitive wages (paid weekly on Thursday's) 
• 8% of base pay shift differential (2nd & 3rd shift)
• Benefits begin the month following 30 days of employment: health insurance with points based, holistic wellness program, dental, life, & disability insurance
• Partnership with a near site local clinic for FREE health services including primary & preventative care, walk in visits, labs, prescriptions, etc. 
• FREE vision insurance!
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4.5% company match (immediately vested!)
• Vacation accrual starts upon hire - accrue up to 2.5 weeks in first year!
• 9 paid holidays with up to two discretionary holidays each year
• Education assistance up to $5,250 annually (after 12 months of service)
• Professional development opportunities – internal & external (cross-departmental training, PMPA conferences, IMTS-Chicago, local technical colleges/universities, & more…)
• Career advancement – ongoing training & mentoring with opportunity to grow your skills 
• Performance bonus – potential to receive a discretionary year-end bonus based on individual and group performance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability policy
• Company events – team lunches, summer picnic event, holiday party
• Company zoo pass to Milwaukee County Zoo
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Holistic wellness program – earn up to $700 in incentives through points accumulation for accomplishing a variety of wellness activities. Also offered by the Company are employer paid onsite flu shots, biometric screenings, free health coaching & MUCH more! 
• Employer paid life insurance – $50,000 policy with options for voluntary life up to $400,000 benefit maximum
• Financial planning resources & onsite financial wellness workshops
• Employer subsidized work shoes & safety glasses program
• Reader Precision Solutions branded attire – $100 annual allowance
• Employee Referral bonus – $1,000
• Satisfying work…leaving work at the end of the day knowing that the GREAT work you do is meaningful and appreciated by the Company, our clients, and end users who benefit from the high-quality components we manufacture for them!

Reader Precision Solutions Four Pillars: Innovation, Empowerment, Integrity & Respect · Innovation – we apply creative solutions to exceed expectations internally and externally. We deliver creative solutions by pursuing continuous improvement, challenging the limits of conventional thinking to drive positive change, and engaging our clients to achieve synergy.  · Empowerment – we equip our employees to succeed. We nurture success by setting realistic goals and standards; with accountability and regular performance feedback, providing training opportunities for growth and learning and offering employees a safe and modern work environment.  · Integrity – our reputation is everything. We preserve and enhance our reputation by operating with the highest ethical standards, focusing on client needs, and contributing positively to our community and environment.  · Respect – we act with honor in all our interactions. In our interactions, we accept and value individual differences, work together with a positive attitude and promote open and honest communication in a team-based environment.