Electromechanical Technician I

Maintenance Technician at Charter Wire – Menomonee Valley What You’ll Do: 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. Maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical equipment using hand tools, welding equipment, and measuring devices

About Charter Manufacturing

• 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!

Responsibilities

• 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 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Requirements

• (GED Works program eligible) Basic mechanical and maintenance aptitude.
• Ability to use basic math skills.
• Ability to read and understand and follow operating and maintenance instructions.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work well with other employees.
• Join an established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership.
• Minimal climbing and lifting over 100 lbs

Preferred

• 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

Pay

5K sign on Bonus and competitive wages!

Benefits

• 10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. Hourly Flex options available.
• 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.
• Apply today and grow your career with Charter Wire 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).

Location

Charter Wire – 3700 W Milwaukee Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53208 Shift Options: Rotating Night Shift: 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. Work a 3-2-2-3 schedule—3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, and 3 days off—with a three-day weekend off every other weekend!

SAFETY

Work in an environment committed to safety and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking Occasional sitting, reaching, forceful motion, and lifting up to 60 lbs
• Ability to meet physical demands with or without reasonable accommodation Ready to put your mechanical and electrical expertise to work?