Flex Technician

Join a team that values balance, open communication, and your future!

For over 40 years, Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, has been a trusted and innovative conveyor manufacturer rooted right here in Waukesha County. We're looking for people who want more than just a job-they want a workplace where they can thrive. This is a dynamic, high-impact position where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. As a Flex Technician, you'll support multiple departments and play a critical role in ensuring smooth operations across the facility.


Work Schedule

Monday - Friday


6am - 2:30pm


Job Summary/Overview

The Flex Technician is a versatile, cross-trained team member who supports multiple operational areas within the manufacturing facility. This role "flexes" between Assembly, Shipping & Receiving, and Fabrication based on daily production needs. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable learning new processes to ensure smooth workflow across departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Flex between departments based on staffing needs, production schedules, or priority changes.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements 5S, and company policies as required.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to ensure smooth handoffs between departments.
• Participate in cross-training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform mechanical and/or electrical assembly of components and finished products according to work instructions and quality standards.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measurement devices safely and accurately.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment (training provided if needed).
• Assist with basic fabrication tasks such as cutting, drilling, grinding, or machine operation.
• Use of proper processes, procedures and OMS instructions, cycle counting procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance duties on machines & equipment as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• A team player with excellent communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and solid blueprint reading skills.
• Ability to deal with ambiguous/undefined problems.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust priories to reflect changing needs or job demands.
• Attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• 2 + years of experience in a Manufacturing Environment is preferred.
• Certification for sit-down forklift, Raymond and use of overhead crane or the willingness to obtain via training.
• Ability to safely lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs.

Compensation

$20+ per hour based on experience

Benefits

• Climate controlled facility
• Free coffee daily
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and paid sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, effective day 1
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• Dress for your day

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years - proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we're going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.