Industrial Maintenance Technician I at Sonoco Products Company in Wausau, Wisconsin

Job Description:

MAINTENACE TECHNICIAN

Sonoco Wausau is in search of a Maintenance Technician in our Maintenance Department. This position reports to our Plant Engineer. The employee in this position is responsible for repair and maintenance of plant equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency of operation. As always, safety is the top priority of every position.

Compensation: $24.90 - $27.92 per hour

$2,500 Sign On Bonus after 90 Day Probationary Period

$5,000 Relocation Stipend if relocation qualifications are met

Principle Activities

• Troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts equipment as needed


• Performs equipment changeovers according to production demands


• Provides preventative maintenance to plant equipment


• Rebuilds presses and support equipment


• Evaluates/maintains hand tools for condition and compliance


• Familiar with Electrical schematics, knowledge of motors and controls, troubleshooting skills


• Knowledge of PLC and PLC programming is a plus


• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely


• Continuous improvement of skills as outlined by the maintenance training matrix


• Accurate documentation of maintenance records using MP2


• Effective communication skills including the ability to receive and follow direction and provide feedback as requested; as well as with other maintenance employees


• Works cooperatively with teammate as a natural work team


• Work schedule is 40-48 hours/week plus overtime requirements


• Carry out additional duties as requested by supervisor

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited electromechanical associated degree or equivalent schooling/experience


• Successful completion of ACT Work Keys Assessments at minimum requirements


• Completion of mechanical aptitude testing at minimum requirement


• Possess mechanical, machinist, or electrical background


• Ability to lift 10#-50#, often carrying up to 20#


• Bending, twisting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching frequently

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.