• Day Shift Maintenance Mechanic

    Quad (Hartford, WI)


    Ink Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic

     

    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.

     

    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

     

    + Maintain and repair equipment, including rotary vane pumps, pneumatic pumps, electric motors, belt drives, augers, gearboxes, and vacuum pumps.

    + Install new machinery and support process upgrades.

    + Develop and follow SOPs for proactive preventive maintenance.

    + Use technical documentation to ensure proper tensions, speeds, tolerances, pressures, and flows.

    + Support a safe work environment through lockout/tagout procedures and basic electrical safety.

     

    What You’ll Bring

     

    + 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.

     

    Ready to join a team that values your skills and supports your growth? Apply today and become part of Quad’s commitment to excellence in ink manufacturing.