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Support Technician III

Mercury Marine · Fond du Lac, WI

Posted Sep 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you worked in a fast-paced environment where you had to keep up with a steady stream of requests. How did you stay on top of it all?

whether the candidate can handle the pace and volume of material replenishment without falling behind or cutting corners

What does 5S mean to you, and can you describe a time you kept a work area organized on your own without being told to?

familiarity with lean workplace organization habits and self-motivation to maintain standards

Tell me about a time you had to follow a strict safety procedure even though it slowed you down. How did you handle that pressure?

willingness to prioritize safety over speed under production pressure

Describe a time you noticed a quality problem with a part or a process and what you did about it.

attentiveness to quality and willingness to flag issues rather than ignore them

Tell me about a time you had a disagreement with a coworker over how a task should be done. How did you resolve it?

teamwork and conflict resolution in a shared floor environment with interdependent tasks

Technical

Have you operated a forklift or similar powered industrial truck before, and if so, what kind of environment was it in?

actual hands-on experience level with equipment, even though training is provided

Have you ever worked around molten metal, high heat equipment, or hazardous materials? What precautions did you take?

comfort and safety awareness relevant to the metal pouring and furnace operations

How comfortable are you using computers or handheld scanners to track inventory or complete documentation?

basic computer literacy needed for the material tracking systems used here

Have you worked with a Kanban system or any pull-based inventory replenishment process before?

direct experience with the specific inventory method mentioned in the posting

Situational

Walk me through how you would safely load or unload material with a forklift in an area where other people are walking and working nearby.

safety judgment and awareness of pedestrian traffic in a shared plant floor

If you noticed a work center was about to run out of parts and the delivery system hadn't flagged it yet, what would you do?

initiative and problem-solving before a shortage causes a line stoppage

If radio communication got confusing during a shift and you weren't sure which delivery to make first, how would you sort that out?

communication skills and ability to prioritize under ambiguity

This job can involve rotating between forklift driving, shipping and receiving, and pouring operations. How do you feel about switching between different types of physical tasks during a shift or across roles?

flexibility and physical readiness for varied manufacturing support duties

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The full job description

As published by Mercury Marine.

Are you ready for what’s next?   Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.  Location: Fond du Lac, WI Workplace Category: Onsite Travel Required: None Direct Reports: None Pay Range:  $27.22 - $30.79 Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.  This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.   Relocation: None Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality: Position Overview:  As a Support Tech III, you will join a dynamic team of the company's winning culture by supporting the Mercury Marine values of: Integrity, Customer Centricity, Product & Service Leadership, Sustainability, and Employee Engagement through the production of high quality propellors for marine engines. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.   Essential Functions:   The Support Tech III job class includes a variety of roles. These include operating a forklift supporting various manufacturing operations and assisting in the pouring of metal castings.  There are also a variety of warehouse roles including receiving, shipping, and warehouse operations. These roles use both forklifts and narrow aisle lift trucks to support various manufacturing operations. Daily tasks include indirect support of manufacturing operations for large and small part replenishment to the various work centers. Equipment used to support manufacturing includes sit down and powered delivery carts, and some manual lifting devices. Support Tech III employees are expected to participate in daily 5S+1 activities maintaining a clean and organized work area to promote a safe work environment. Support Tech III roles are critical to our company’s success as they keeping a good manufacturing flow to meet daily production goals. Duties and Responsibilities: Forklift Operators – Delivery of large parts utilizing a powered industrial truck to various operations throughout Plant 15. Operators work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment utilizing radio communication and Mercury’s material replenishment system to deliver parts throughout the plant as requested to meet daily production needs. All drivers are expected to follow plant safety rules while maintaining a clean and organized work area utilizing 5S+1 principles. Operators will be required to support various quality and productivity activities on an as needed basis. Shipping/Receiving/Warehouse Operations – Replenishment of parts utilizing a variety of equipment to/from our offsite warehouses to support daily manufacturing functions. Operators work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment using a variety of communication means to move parts to/from our offsite warehouses and throughout or main assembly plant. Responsibilities include receiving parts from our offsite warehouses utilizing Mercury’s material flow systems, shipping excess parts to our offsite warehouses, and maintaining markets to support internal delivery needs. All employees are expected to follow plant safety rules while maintaining a clean and organized work area utilizing 5S+1 principles. Operators will be required to support various quality and productivity activities on an as needed basis. Metal Pouring Operations – Pouring operations include reviewing and completing documentation; operating the induction furnace, including filling with return and ingots, taking temperature readings, and removing slag; loading/unloading the furnace using the ladle; and moving props from the cart to the bins.  All employees are expected to follow plant safety rules while maintaining a clean and organized work area utilizing 5S+1 principles. Operators will be required to support various quality and productivity activities on an as needed basis. Experience and Skills: Ability to drive material delivery equipment is a manufacturing environment, training and certification will be provided. Prior forklift experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus but not required. General computer skills will be required for all Support Tech III jobs; training will be provided for the systems used within our operations. Prior experience using a Kanban delivery system is a plus but not required. The anticipated pay range for this position is $ 27.22-$30.79, hourly.   The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.  This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k, Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here. Why Brunswick:  Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge.  As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!    About Mercury Marine Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine® is the world’s leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser® sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft® electronics, Land 'N' Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver® parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.   Next is Now!   We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com  for support.  Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942. All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers .  If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com . #Brunswick Corporation - Mercury Marine For more information about EEO laws, - click here Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify .

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