Maintenance Mechanic

Spherion Staffing & Recruiting is currently seeking a highly skilled Packaging Automation Technician for a well-established manufacturing client in Delavan, WI. If youre experienced in high-speed packaging systems, automation, and troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical systems-this direct hire opportunity is for you.
Our client is an industry leader that invests in advanced automation and packaging technologies. This is your chance to be part of a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment where your expertise will directly impact production performance and process efficiency.

Highlights:

• Direct Hire Opportunity - Join the team as a full-time employee from day one
• Competitive Pay - $38/hour with shift differential available
• 4-Day Work Week - Enjoy a long weekend every week with a Monday-Thursday schedule
• Work with Advanced Technology - Hands-on experience with cutting-edge packaging automation and robotics
• Growth Potential - Expand your skills through continuous technical training and development
• Excellent Benefits Package - Full medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, holidays, and tuition reimbursement
• Supportive, Safety-Focused Culture - Be part of a team that values your expertise and prioritizes your well-being

Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust, and perform changeovers on automated packaging systems (cartoners, case packers, flow wrappers, labelers, palletizers)
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues
• Interface with PLCs and HMIs; diagnose I/O faults and ensure accurate equipment function
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance; maintain accurate documentation
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and ladder logic diagrams
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams on equipment upgrades and automation projects
• Adhere to OSHA, GMP, and company safety and quality standards

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Electromechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field?or equivalent hands-on experience
• Minimum of 3 years working with automated packaging equipment in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms
• Knowledge of servo motors, VFDs, sensors, encoders, and pneumatics
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and lean manufacturing (5S, Kaizen)
• Bonus: Experience with industrial robotics (ABB, FANUC)
• Solid mechanical troubleshooting experience (conveyors, gearboxes, drive systems)

Ready to take your automation skills to the next level? Apply today with Spherion to be considered for this exciting Packaging Automation Technician role in Delavan, WI.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

- Set up, adjust, and perform changeovers on automated packaging systems (cartoners, case packers, flow wrappers, labelers, palletizers)- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues- Interface with PLCs and HMIs; diagnose I/O faults and ensure accurate equipment function- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance; maintain accurate documentation- Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and ladder logic diagrams- Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams on equipment upgrades and automation projects- Adhere to OSHA, GMP, and company safety and quality standards

experience

1-4 years

skills

- Familiarity with root cause analysis and lean manufacturing (5S, Kaizen)- Bonus: Experience with industrial robotics (ABB, FANUC)

education

Associate