Flex Technician

Columbus McKinnon

Flex Technician supporting multiple operational areas at Dorner Manufacturing. Adapting to production needs and ensuring smooth workflows in a manufacturing facility.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeHartland • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in mechanical and electrical assembly, adherence to safety procedures, and effective communication within a manufacturing environment. Capable of operating material-handling equipment and performing preventative maintenance on machinery.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical AssemblyElectrical AssemblyForklift Operation CertificationPreventative MaintenanceCross-Training Participation

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Hard Skills

Mechanical AssemblyElectrical AssemblyPreventative MaintenanceBasic FabricationCycle Counting Procedures

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Hand ToolsPower ToolsMeasurement DevicesForkliftsPallet Jacks

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift CertificationOverhead Crane Certification

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentSafety ProceduresPPE Requirements5SContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Flex between departments based on staffing needs, production schedules, or priority changes.
Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements 5S, and company policies as required.
Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to ensure smooth handoffs between departments.
Participate in cross‑training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform mechanical and/or electrical assembly of components and finished products according to work instructions and quality standards.
Use hand tools, power tools, and measurement devices safely and accurately.
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material‑handling equipment (training provided if needed).
Assist with basic fabrication tasks such as cutting, drilling, grinding, or machine operation.
Use of proper processes, procedures and OMS instructions, cycle counting procedures.
Perform preventative maintenance duties on machines & equipment as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Highschool diploma or equivalent
2 + years of experience in a Manufacturing Environment is preferred
Certification for sit-down forklift, Raymond and use of overhead crane or the willingness to obtain via training
Ability to safely lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Climate controlled facility
Free coffee daily
11 paid holidays
Vacation and paid sick time
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, effective day 1
401(k) with company match
Paid parental leave
Tuition assistance
Disability insurance
Dress for your day