Conveyor Belt Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionConveyor Belt Technician

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Job Type: Full‑Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Industry: Manufacturing | Conveyor Systems | Industrial Equipment

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Conveyor Belt Technician to join a growing manufacturing team specializing in custom conveyor belt fabrication and servicing. This hands‑on role supports customers across the food processing, agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, and heavy equipment industries and plays a key role in delivering high‑quality conveying solutions.

This position is ideal for mechanically inclined candidates who enjoy working with machinery, tools, and technical drawings in a production environment while maintaining strong safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate rubber and plastic conveyor belts and related products using machinery, equipment, and hand tools
• Operate manufacturing equipment while following established procedures and OSHA safety guidelines
• Perform routine maintenance and basic mechanical troubleshooting on equipment
• Read and interpret technical drawings, job orders, blueprints, and work instructions
• Monitor production processes and perform quality inspections to ensure product specifications are met
• Maintain accurate production records including quantities, time tracking, and material usage
• Collaborate with team members to improve production efficiency, safety, and quality
• Assist with the implementation of new equipment, tooling, or production processes
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times
• Occasionally perform off‑site service work and weekend work as required

Required Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
• Strong math skills with the ability to accurately read and use a tape measure
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license
• Ability to operate a forklift / lift truck
• Physically capable of standing, stooping, kneeling, and lifting 50+ lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of conveyor belts and conveyor systems
• 2‑year technical degree or equivalent mechanical/manufacturing experience
• 5–10 years of industry experience in manufacturing, conveyor systems, or industrial equipment
• Experience working with production machinery, fabrication tools, or industrial assemblies

Why This Opportunity

• Stable, full‑time daytime schedule (1st shift)
• Long‑standing manufacturing operation with a strong industry reputation
• Hands‑on mechanical and fabrication work
• Variety in day‑to‑day tasks, including shop and occasional field work
• Team‑oriented, safety‑focused environment

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
• Tape Measure Reading
• Service
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Heavy Material Handling
• Rigging & Load Handling
• Field Service Readiness
• Workplace Safety & EHS Management
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• Crane & Lifting Equipment Systems
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Machine Safety Inspections