URGENT: Technician I

Responsibilities

• Maintain 100% attendance and punctuality, remaining mentally present during shifts.
• Perform forge operations and assist with set‑ups according to operation standards and work instructions.
• Read and comprehend inventory tags and work instructions.
• Accurately fill in information on labels and associated documentation when necessary.
• Position and secure inserts, hand loads, and workpieces on machines.
• Remove finished products from machines using hand tools and other equipment.
• Inspect products visually for surface defects to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Maintain and understand quality standards for both the company and customers.
• Conduct quality inspections using precision measuring instruments and complete associated paperwork.
• Lead standard start‑ups and change‑overs.
• Train and correct operators as needed.
• Begin to understand the overall forging process and make adjustments to maintain part quality.
• Perform minor machine maintenance and adjustments, including preventative maintenance on mechanical systems such as disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration.
• Respond to machine breakdowns for diagnostics and repairs.
• Utilize the maintenance work order system (FIIX) for executing tasks.
• Clean and maintain tooling.
• Support plant initiatives and projects through direct work and effective communication.
• Carry out clean‑up procedures.
• Perform re‑work duties as assigned.
• Relieve other operators for breaks as needed.
• Execute repetitive tasks efficiently.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical skills with the ability to use hand tools and automated equipment.
• Basic understanding of shapes and processes.
• Proficiency in basic mathematics including addition, subtraction, and ruler skills.
• Operation monitoring to ensure machines are working properly.
• Control of equipment operations and systems.
• Quality control to ensure part consistency and quality.
• Active listening to understand points made by others and ask questions appropriately.
• Critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions.
• Monitoring performance to make improvements or take corrective actions.
• Proactive approach to anticipate problems and always look for work when machines are not running.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The role involves using various hand tools and automated equipment, standing for extended periods, and performing repetitive tasks. Teamwork and communication are vital, as is the ability to adapt to plant initiatives and projects while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Job Type & Location

Contract to Hire position, fully onsite in Milwaukee, WI.

Pay

$24.00 – $31.00 per hour, based on qualifications, experience, and other job‑related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions
• Life Insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time off/leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave)