Machinist - Machine Repair - 1st Shift (6:45am - 3:15pm
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PERLICK CORPORATION
Milwaukee, WI, US
Summary
The machinist will install, repair, and maintain complex industrial manufacturing equipment to ensure operational continuity. They will also perform precision mechanical work and collaborate with production teams to improve equipment reliability and safety.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Legal Address MILW - Milwaukee, WI, Salary Range: $36.97Hourly, Vision Statement: Helping the world serve better™.
Mission Statement: (We Aim) To build the best bar in the world and be irreplaceable by delivering the Total Perlick Experience.
Perlick Values: Lead By Serving – others before self, Grow by Innovation – solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations, Continuous Improvement – strive to get better every day, Live the Legacy – maintain our positive reputations with the future in mind
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Install, repair, rebuild, and maintain complex industrial machinery, machine tools, and fabrication manufacturing equipment.
Diagnose equipment malfunctions, identify root causes of failures, and perform effective repairs and adjustments to restore operations.
Work closely with Production and Tool Room teams to machine and modify replacement parts as needed to support timely equipment repairs and ensure operational continuity.
Perform precision mechanical work including fitting, aligning, and rebuilding bearings, spindles, shafts, gear assemblies, and other critical machine components.
Support the installation, commissioning, and startup of new machinery, equipment, and production systems.
Read and interpret blueprints, machine drawings, schematics, technical manuals, codebooks, and engineering specifications.
Utilize precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, indicators, levels, squares, gauges, and test equipment to verify tolerances and machine performance.
Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, and service records in accordance with company procedures.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
Follow all safety regulations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be successful in this role.
Strong knowledge of mechanical and pneumatic systems, machine design, machining practices, and industrial maintenance techniques including CNC equipment operation.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex machinery with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.
Minimum of 4-5 years of experience repairing and maintaining industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Daily work may include bending, crouching, and reaching.
Job duties will also include lifting, stretching and turning, up to 95% of the time; from ground to waist and from waist to overhead. Often, lifting up to 50lbs unassisted is required.
Standing and walking 75-80% of the time is to be expected.
Perlick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Perlick does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status.
Sponsorship and/or relocation are not available for htis position.
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Founded in 1917, Perlick is a fifth-generation, Milwaukee-based family business that manufactures the world’s finest refrigeration, underbar, and beverage dispensing equipment.
We provide a complete suite of premium products and services, backed by over a century of trusted performance — scaling quality hospitality experiences from one to millions.
Our equipment and designs enhance the world’s top stadiums, restaurants, bars, and luxury homes.
Perlick Core Values
Lead by Serving – others before self
Grow by Innovation – solutions that exceed our customer’s expectations
Continuous Improvement – strive to get better every day
Live the Legacy – maintain our positive reputations with the future in mind
Founded
1917
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Milwaukee, WI
Founded in 1917, Perlick is a fifth-generation, Milwaukee-based family business that manufactures the world’s finest refrigeration, underbar, and beverage dispensing equipment.
We provide a complete suite of premium products and services, backed by over a century of trusted performance — scaling quality hospitality experiences from one to millions.
Our equipment and designs enhance the world’s top stadiums, restaurants, bars, and luxury homes.
Perlick Core Values
Lead by Serving – others before self
Grow by Innovation – solutions that exceed our customer’s expectations
Continuous Improvement – strive to get better every day
Live the Legacy – maintain our positive reputations with the future in mind
Founded
1917
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Milwaukee, WI