1st Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Chemical Manufacturing (HORICON)

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Chemical Manufacturing

Location: Quad – CR/T Facility, Hartford, WI
Pay: $28.00–$32.00/hr (based on experience)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts + overtime as needed
Note: This position is located at Quad’s CR/T (Chemical Research & Technology) site—not the print plant off Hwy. 60.

Build, Repair, and Keep Production Running

Looking for a hands-on maintenance role where your skills make a real impact?

Join Quad's Chemical Research & Technology (CR/T) team in Hartford, where we manufacture the inks and resins used in our printing operations across the country. This is a stable, day-shift position offering a variety of mechanical challenges, modern industrial equipment, and opportunities to grow your technical skills.

Unlike a traditional production facility, you'll work in a specialized manufacturing environment where maintenance is valued as a critical part of the operation.

About the Role

Join a specialized team at Quad’s CR/T facility, where we manufacture the resins and inks that power our printing operations nationwide. As a Maintenance Mechanic , you’ll play a key role in keeping our chemical processing equipment running safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on role in a dynamic industrial environment—not a traditional print shop.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment and processing systems
• Work on pumps, motors, conveyors, gearboxes, augers, pneumatic systems, and other industrial equipment
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve reliability and reduce downtime
• Install new equipment and support facility improvement projects
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and technical drawings
• Partner with operations teams to keep production running safely and efficiently
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and safety standards

What We're Looking For

• Associate’s degree in a related field or 5+ years of mechanical experience.
• Experience rebuilding rotary vane pumps.
• Strong skills in pipe fitting, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and blueprint reading.
• Familiarity with metric measurements and mechanical tolerances.
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and safety protocols.
• Ability to work at heights and operate high-lift equipment.
• Must have or be willing to acquire basic hand tools.
• Physical ability to lift to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and perform repetitive hand/wrist movements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Familiarity with ink or chemical processing equipment is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, and short-term disability.
• 401(k) with annual discretionary company match.
• Adoption & surrogacy support, pet insurance, and more.
• A culture that values innovation, safety, and long-term career growth.

About the Facility

The CR/T team manufactures the specialized inks and resins that support Quad's operations nationwide.

If you're a skilled mechanic looking for a stable day-shift position with strong pay, benefits, and growth potential, apply today.