Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Watts Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Watts is reimagining the future of water. We're proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

Scope of Position

This skilled individual will support production equipment and facility infrastructure. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of industrial equipment and facility systems. Mechanics in this role work closely with engineering teams to implement, install, and commission new equipment and production systems. The ideal candidate has strong industrial experience, prioritizes safety, and understands the importance of uptime in a production environment.

This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Germantown, WI.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyzes, diagnoses, troubleshoots, CNC based equipment and resolves mechanical issues.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems
• Perform precision maintenance on production equipment, conveyors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment
• Rebuild and overhaul machinery and components to OEM specifications
• Perform advanced alignment, balancing, and vibration-related mechanical work
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
• Support and troubleshoot FANUC robotics cells, including knowledge of safety circuits and end-of-arm tooling.
• Identify failure trends and recommend corrective actions to improve equipment reliability
• Communicate equipment status, repair needs, and improvement opportunities to supervision and operations
• Diagnose mechanical failures and determine corrective actions
• Install, align, and dismantle machinery and mechanical components
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical drawings
• Use precision measuring tools and hand/power tools effectively
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and machining as required
• Replace bearings, seals, belts, chains, and other warn components
• Knowledge Mechanical issues on presses, CNC machines, conveyors, and auxiliary equipment
• Knowledge of VFDs motors, servos, encoders, and motor control systems
• Support Mechanical requirements for new equipment installations, line moves, and process changes
• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs to minimize production downtime
• Document Mechanical repairs, upgrades, and system modifications
• Utilizes Preventative Maintenance (PM) program (Limble)
• Manages inventory of Mechanical supplies and contacts vendors.
• Accountable for department metrics. (SQDCI)
• Supports new product development at maintenance level.
• Supports Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with engineering Teams to install, integrate, and commission new equipment and production lines
• Proper use of Department measuring instruments, gauges, and meters.
• Proficient knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical & equipment processes
• Assists in training of department employees
• Familiar with plant and all department layouts, upon hire
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts under supervision.
• Completes industrial lift truck certifications.
• Collaborate effectively with all team members across departments.
• Helps support other department functions as needed.
• Help create and maintain a positive work environment.
• Understand and abide by all company safety policies.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Manufacturing Supervisor or Company management.
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of industrial or Manufacturing or Industrial experience.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems from low voltage through 480 volts.
• Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, maintenance, and production teams.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in both power and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings, ladder logic, one-lines, and machine documentation.
• Ability to perform lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and elevated work safely.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. Respirators are required; therefore, successful completion of pulmonary function and fit tests are required. Proper Respirator fit requires a clean shaven face.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience
• Working knowledge of Continuous Pouring Equipment for Bradley's Composite Production
• Experience with Robotic Welding Applications and Process Equipment
• Experience with E-Coat "Electrocoating" high tech metal processing equipment
• Electrical minor or equivalent

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company's Germantown, WI location. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements : Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision and color vision
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
  • Respirators are required; therefore, successful completion of pulmonary function and fit tests are required. Proper Respirator fit requires a clean shaven face.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Watts in it for you :

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
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How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions