Light Assembly Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of 5,2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Paper is hiring for:

Assembly Millwright I 
Appleton, WI
 

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Pay, Benefits & Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Monday-Thursday schedule (3-day weekends most weeks)
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement to support trade and technical skill development
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork
• Company committed to sustainability with a climate-neutral footprint worldwide
• Long-term career stability with advancement opportunities

Assembly Repair Mechanic / Millwright I - Industrial Manufacturing

Location: Appleton, WI
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 4:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Pay Range: $20.00-$30.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Hourly

Industrial Assembly & Repair Opportunity - Millwright / Mechanical Repair

Voith Paper is hiring an Assembly Repair Mechanic (Millwright I) to support the repair, rebuild, and assembly of rotating industrial equipment used in paper manufacturing. This role is ideal for candidates with millwright, mechanical, assembly, or industrial maintenance experience who enjoy hands-on work, troubleshooting, and restoring equipment to OEM specifications.

You will work in an industrial shop environment performing tear-downs, inspections, repairs, and reassembly of rotating machinery, with opportunities to grow into a multi-skill industrial mechanic.

Key Responsibilities (Assembly Repair / Millwright)

• Tear down rotating assemblies and mechanical equipment to diagnose failures
• Assemble machines and rotating components back to OEM condition
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Measure bearing clearances and shaft diameters using inside/outside micrometers and Romer Arm
• Move, align, and install machinery using hoists, cranes, forklifts, dollies, and rollers
• Operate hand tools, power tools, lift trucks, and industrial equipment
• Use large bearing pullers, torches, and perform light TIG welding as needed
• Troubleshoot equipment reliability and performance issues
• Document findings and repair activities clearly and accurately
• Support installation work at mill sites if or when required

Skills & Experience (Preferred, Not Required)

• Millwright, mechanical assembly, or industrial maintenance experience
• Experience working with rotating equipment, bearings, shafts, or gear assemblies
• Familiarity with cranes, forklifts, and industrial lifting devices
• Welding experience (TIG preferred)
• Ability to work in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment

Note: Candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Skill development and cross-training are supported.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Flexibility to work required shifts
• Ability to work safely in industrial conditions (heat, dust, noise, heavy equipment)
• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills
• Effective communication and decision-making abilities

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Industrial shop and mill environments
• Exposure to warm/hot, dusty, and noisy conditions
• Working around heavy machinery and elevated surfaces (with proper training and PPE)
• Lifting, standing, bending, and working with tools as part of daily work

Career Growth Opportunities

This role supports development into:

• Senior Assembly Repair Mechanic / Millwright II
• Multi-Skill Industrial Mechanic
• Field Service or Reliability Specialist
• Lead or specialty mechanical roles

We actively support skill expansion across millwright, mechanical, and welding disciplines.

Don't meet every single requirement but think you would be a good fit for our team? We encourage you to apply - your unique skills may be just what we need for this or other roles!

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent