Maintenance Mechanic/ Millwright

Company Description

Miller® is about building things that matter. We lead the welding industry in building advanced, solution-focused products and meeting crucial needs for welding safety and health.

We’re about the partnership and the work. Our products are designed with our users for manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture and marine applications.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

Job Description

Are you looking for a career in a fast-paced, dynamic, manufacturing setting with clean facilities and no travel requirements?

The Plant Services Team is actively seeking a positive and skilled professional who can excel in a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing setting. The Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright II position will be responsible for performing repair and general preventative maintenance on all production and facility equipment for all divisions within the Appleton, WI area. Our new team member will contribute to equipment moves, new equipment installations, and safety-related projects.

The equipment worked on will encompass a wide range, including but not limited to CNC lathes, sheet metal equipment, electronic component insertion machinery, wire cutting and terminating equipment, conveyors, hoists, coil winders, electronic gates, overhead doors, and sump pumps. This individual requires a strong mechanical aptitude and must be able to set up and operate a lathe, milling machine, drill press, grinder, welder, and other metalworking machines to manufacture and repair parts as needed.

If you have a passion for mechanical maintenance and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you!

Qualifications

What you will focus on in the Millwright role:

Maintenance and Repairs:

• Troubleshoot and repairs on a variety of equipment. Including: Trumpf, Amada, Tsugami, Miyano, Mori, Tornos and Citizen equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance tasks.
• Repair malfunctioning production equipment/machinery and notify appropriate personnel.
• Repair or replace defective parts while maintaining MRO inventory as required.

Facility, Equipment and Resource Management:

• Calculate dimensions using basic mathematical skills and verify measurements.
• Measure work pieces with standard inch and metric graduated measuring tools using basic measuring techniques.
• Knowledge in mechanical power transmission- belt drives, chain drives, gear drives
• Perform duties and must have working knowledge relating to minor plumbing repairs and installation of equipment air and gas lines.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely.

What it takes to be successful in the Millwright role:

Process Knowledge and Efficiency:

• Able to read and interpret schematics for pneumatics, hydraulics, and floor plans.
• Able to read and interpret work orders and owner’s manuals.
• Possess solid analytical/numerical abilities with attention to accuracy/detail.
• Understand applicable safety standards and codes.
• Ability to navigate CMMS software and other computer software packages.
• Understand the basic principles of hydraulics/pneumatics as to their impact on operation and maintenance involving machine tools.  

Collaboration, Communication and Decision Making:

• Able to communicate effectively, in a professional manner with customers and vendors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Independent and organized work style to effectively manage time and prioritize workload, adapt to change, and consistently meet deadlines.

Other Qualifications:

An associate degree from technical college or Apprenticeship or Journeyman experience required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 + years of relevant maintenance experience.
• Ability to enroll in and complete the State of Wisconsin Maintenance Mechanic Apprenticeship Program
• Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Excellent problem-solving capability
• Physically able to kneel, climb ladders, lift 50 lbs, use forklift, and work from elevated platforms.
• Ability to work overtime and be “on call”
• Valid Driver’s License.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.