Maintenance Mechanic

Working at Watlow

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world‑class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

The 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic at Watlow’s Winona, MN Manufacturing Center of Excellence plays a key role in maintaining high‑quality equipment and facilities that support industries like semiconductor manufacturing, sustainable energy, medical devices, and food safety. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this role offers growth through hands‑on experience and team coaching.

Shift

Hours:

Sunday night through Friday morning, 9:30 PM – 6:00 AM

• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to equipment breakdowns across the facility.
• Support all aspects of equipment and building maintenance, including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and limited electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install machinery components such as motors, bearings, air and hydraulic systems.
• Assist with electrical tasks including motor controls, fuses, and circuit breakers.
• Fabricate and refurbish production equipment, fixtures, and facility structures (welding and fabrication skills preferred).
• Conduct detailed preventive maintenance on SMT placement machines, wave soldering systems, and selective solder equipment.
• Perform limited plumbing and low‑voltage electrical wiring tasks.
• Maintain and improve facility grounds, buildings, and equipment.

• 1+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Broad mechanical background with familiarity in pneumatics, hydraulics, and electronics.
• Experience with preventive maintenance on SMT and wave soldering equipment.
• Two‑year technical degree or certificate, or 1–3 years of related experience.
• Basic electrical knowledge.

The health, well‑being, and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career‑enhancing benefits:

• Annual Incentive Program
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at