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1st Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Chemical Manufacturing

Quad

Hartford, WI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$28–$32 Per Hour
SKILLS
Blueprints, Electricity, Hand Tools, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Metrics, Preventative Maintenance, Printing, Pumps, Reliability Engineering, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Technical Drawing, Technical Research, Technical Writing
LOCATION
Hartford, WI
POSTED
7 days ago


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.




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