Electro Mechanical Technician, Appleton

Electro-Mechanical Technician
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OEM Machinery
Direct Hire | 1st Shift | 4-Day Work Week
Location: Appleton, WI
Join a growing industrial equipment manufacturer building custom-engineered machinery used in advanced manufacturing and material handling environments.
This is a highly hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys machine building, controls troubleshooting, electrical work, and solving real-world mechanical challenges.
This position offers a unique blend of in-house assembly and field service support, giving technicians the opportunity to work on complex equipment from build through startup and customer installation.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
• 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday)
• 1st Shift hours: 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• $35+ per hour depending upon experience
• Hands-on work with custom industrial machinery
• Mix of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and controls troubleshooting
• Low travel role ******%)
• Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work closely with engineering and advanced equipment systems
Key Responsibilities:
• Assemble industrial equipment from engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and system validation prior to shipment
• Support installation, startup, maintenance, and service activities at customer sites
• Troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• Work with PLCs, HMIs, drives, and related controls equipment
• Train customer personnel on machine operation and maintenance
• Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
What We're Looking For:
• Degree in an electrical or electro-mechanical field preferred
• 3+ years of hands-on industrial equipment, automation, machine build, or service experience
• Strong understanding of:
Electrical wiring and schematics
Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
PLCs, HMIs, and drives
Mechanical assembly and troubleshooting
General understanding of PLC ladder logic
Allen Bradley controls experience is highly desirable
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
Strong customer service and communication skills
Comfortable with approximately *****% overnight travel
Ideal Backgrounds May Include:
• Machine builders
• OEM equipment technicians
• Industrial maintenance technicians
• Automation/service technicians
• Packaging, converting, paper, tissue, or material handling equipment experience
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving real-world technical problems, working on custom engineered equipment, and being part of a collaborative manufacturing environment where no two projects are exactly the same.
If the above aligns with your background, technical skill set, and career interests, we encourage you to apply today!