Maintenance Technician - Nekoosa

Company: Nekoosa Coated Products, LLC
Location: Wisconsin Rapids
Posted on: January 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Why You’ll It Here: Shift Flexibility: Shift flexibility encompasses a 24 hour manufacturing structure. Shifts are determined based on Production Schedules and our Customer Demand. Shifts can incorporate into 3 shifts or 2 shifts weekly depending on Technician availability as well as projects in execution. Manufacturing Operations are typically down on weekends. Over Time can be available at times during stronger maintenance needs including project execution. Furthermore, On Call time for facilities responsibilities during the weekend while production and operations are not in motion. Tuition Reimbursement: Gain hands on experience while completing certifications or advancing your education. Cutting Edge & Unique Equipment: Work with both state-of-the-art and custom-engineered machinery to produce a wide variety of specialty paper products, including: Waterproof manuals and maps you may use for hiking, fishing, or camping Durable labels and work orders that resist wear and grease Outdoor signs, banners, and graphics you may see in your garages, tailgates, and workshops Protective films you may see on your tools, vehicles, and gear Window and glass graphics you may use on your trucks, boats, and home projects Team & Family Focused: Join a department that wins all Nekoosa team engagement competitions, enjoys tackling projects creatively, and puts your family first. Your Impact: Support production operations by keeping equipment safe, reliable, and efficient Drive a culture of safety and continuous improvement with a goal of zero incidents Own preventive maintenance, work order turnaround, and equipment reliability metrics Ensure compliance with safety standards, SOPs, and 5S practices What You’ll Be Doing Install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated production equipment using electro-mechanical skills Diagnose and repair PLCs, variable speed drives, pumps, motors, and power distribution systems Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime Interpret schematics and manuals to identify and solve equipment issues Document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS and support improvement projects What You’ll Bring: 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment Maintenance certifications or coursework required Knowledge of electronic control systems and devices Strong problem solving, decision making, and communication skills Ability to stay organized, motivated, and results focused in a fast-paced setting What We Offer You: Benefits eligibility starts the first of the month following 30 days of employment 3 Medical options to meet your specific needs Dental, vision, STD/LTD, life, and AD&D coverage Generous PTO including vacation, parental leave, paid volunteer time, sick and emergency leave, and 12 holidays 401(k) with employer match Tuition reimbursement Steel toe/prescription safety glasses allowance Bonus and referral programs Who We Are: M2S Group is a leader in materials science and engineered coatings, bringing together four innovative companies: Nekoosa, Appvion, Decorative Films, and Iconex. Together, we deliver six specialized solutions across application tapes, carbonless paper, architectural window films, direct thermal products, extruded films, and specialty print media. Our culture is guided by four core values: Safety First, Growth Focused, Be Authentic, and Win Together. These values shape how we collaborate, how we innovate, and how we make an impact every day. Nekoosa Nekoosa is the premier manufacturer of specialty print media, with more than 60 years of innovation. We offer a wide portfolio of pressure-sensitive films, waterproof synthetic paper, specialty print media, overlaminates, application tapes, and carbonless papers. These products are used in signage, graphics, menus, decals, and multipart forms. With six U.S. locations and a partner in Belgium, we bring deep expertise in coating, converting, and custom plastic extrusion. At Nekoosa, our success is rooted in our people, and we are committed to fostering growth, development, and balance while helping our customers and employees leave their mark on the world. The Fine Print: A post-offer background check and drug screen are required. M2S Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recruiter@m2sgroup.com. M2SP Nekoosa

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