Full-Time

Maintenance Technician

Updated on 9/15/2026

Lake Country Manufacturing (10737)

Lake Country Manufacturing (10737)

11-50 employees

Produces professional polishing and buffing pads

Compensation Overview

$26/hr

Oconomowoc, WI, USA

In Person

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)
Required Skills
ERP
Plumbing

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Requirements
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Ability to follow manufacturing procedures and safety measures.
  • Understanding of Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
  • Strong mechanical abilities involving production machines, cars, tools, electrical systems, carpentry, fabrication, heavy machinery, light machinery, or computers.
  • Ability to create and record equipment-related dealings, with organizational and note-taking skills.
  • Ability to read equipment operation manuals and understand troubleshooting, risk assessment and management, and root cause analysis.
  • Experience using an enterprise resource planning system; Shop Track and Syteline are a plus.
  • Ability to telecommunicate with other technical services and execute services over the phone.
  • Ability to explain issues and potential root causes.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in priority.
Responsibilities
  • Install, repair, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment through preventive maintenance and root cause analysis.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical failures and provide emergency or unscheduled repairs during production, along with scheduled maintenance repairs during machine service.
  • Dismantle machinery and remove or replace defective parts, fluids, oils, air filters, high-pressure hoses, air lines, mechanical and electrical sensors, and motors.
  • Learn the processes and operation of all machines to help distinguish setup issues from mechanical issues through risk analysis.
  • Perform general building upkeep, including replacing light fixtures, basic plumbing, changing water filters, fixing amenities, and repairing indoor and outdoor fixtures.
  • Communicate proactively about machinery, processes, and supplies to ensure continuity of production.
  • Work with the Lean Development Supervisor on performance metrics, goals, and employee reviews.
  • Log all maintenance and machine changes, including dates, parts, purchase orders, procedures, downtime, and service calls.
  • Provide comprehensive maintenance support for manufacturing machinery and maintain general building upkeep.
Desired Qualifications
  • Forklift certification.
Lake Country Manufacturing (10737)

Lake Country Manufacturing (10737)

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Lake Country Manufacturing makes professional polishing and buffing pads and related polishing tools that attach to power polishers to create a high-gloss finish on cars, boats, and airplanes. Their pads use European prepolymer foams and specialized technologies like CCS to control cutting and finishing, and they also offer pad-washing systems to keep tools clean during use. The company differentiates itself by a laser focus on buffing and polishing, a long history of patent-backed technology, and a track record of niche innovation in the field. Its goal is to help users achieve a flawless, high-quality finish and to stay a leading provider in the polishing and buffing industry worldwide, serving customers in more than 50 countries from its Wisconsin facility.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

Founded

1977

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What believers are saying

  • MarineLine expands Lake Country beyond cars into boats and RVs in 2026.
  • The company sells in over 50 countries, giving it diversified demand and distributor reach.
  • Updated 2026 messaging emphasizes fresh products and unified branding, supporting cross-sell momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Private-label dependence leaves Lake Country exposed if distributors switch to cheaper Asian suppliers.
  • MarineLine and HDO launches need adoption fast, or inventory and marketing spend pressure margins.
  • A niche auto-marine accessory business faces existential risk if OEMs vertically source polishing pads.

What makes Lake Country Manufacturing (10737) unique

  • Lake Country launched MarineLine in 2026, targeting gel coat and GRP surfaces.
  • Its August 2026 HDO Pro Pack extends dual-layer pads for long-throw orbital polishers.
  • 2026 brand realignment folds LC Power Tools into Lake Country, sharpening portfolio focus.

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Benefits

Profit Sharing

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Short Term Disability

Accidental Insurance

Life Insurance