Manufacturing Technician

Company Overview
Wisconsin Plastics, Inc. is a dynamic organization dedicated to delivering innovative manufacturing and assembly solutions across various industries. Our focus on quality, efficiency, and collaborative problem-solving helps clients reduce costs and accelerate product development through our comprehensive services.

Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Technician to join our team to support, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated systems within the plastic injection molding production processes. In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting manufacturing operations, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. This role ensures automation equipment, robotics, and supporting electromechanical systems operate safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. The manufacturing technician works closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production teams to support continuous improvement and reliable manufacturing processes. Your hands-on approach and attention to detail will help drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation systems supporting plastic injection molding machines.
  • Support and maintain industrial robots, including basic programming, setup, and adjustments.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues related to electromechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on automated equipment to ensure consistent uptime and performance.
  • Assist with automation startups, changeovers, and process improvements.
  • Identify root causes of automation and machine failures and recommend corrective actions.
  • Ensure automation systems meet safety, quality, and production standards.
  • Document maintenance activities, repairs, and system changes as required.
  • Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to optimize automation performance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

I. Education and certifications

  • Required: High School Diploma
  • Preferred: Technical degree or certification in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Industrial
  • Maintenance, Electro Mechanical Technology, or Automated Manufacturing Systems.

II. Work experience

  • Required: Prior training or hands-on experience in robot programming (3-axis cartesian and 6-axis
  • robots (ABB, Fanuc, kuka), collaborative robots(UR).
  • Preferred: Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems, heating circuits, servo motors and
  • Mechanisms. Experience with plastic injection molding automation (part removal, conveyors, vision systems, EOAT).

III. Job skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; effective teamwork and organizational abilities
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and proactively
  • Ability to meet project schedules, along with contingency plans within budget
  • Demonstrated creativity and ability to propose alternative methods.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret complex documents, drawings, and technical data.
  • Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
  • Familiarity with PLCs, sensors, drives, and basic HMI interaction
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); SolidWorks experience preferred.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb and lift up to 50 pounds as required.
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving equipment, noise, and temperature variations.
  • Assist with Installation of new production equipment (Robotics, Injection Molding Machines, Material Systems, Auxiliary Equipment)

Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Safety equipment provided
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems, heating circuits, servo motors and

Mechanisms. Experience with plastic injection molding automation (part removal, conveyors, vision systems, EOAT)?

  • Do you have prior training or hands-on experience in robot programming (3-axis cartesian and 6-axis robots (ABB, Fanuc, kuka), collaborative robots(UR).
  • Do you have a Technical degree or certification in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Industrial , Maintenance, Electro Mechanical Technology, or Automated Manufacturing Systems

Work Location: In person

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