2nd Shift Maintenance Technician (9:30AM-6:00PM)

Recochem; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities – internal

Health benefits (medical/vision/dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance program

Job summary

PFX Cincinnati is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift (9:30AM-6:00PM) to ensure facilities and equipment run smoothly. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with outside vendors to complete projects on spec.

The role requires a high school diploma and five years of similar experience, with skills in hand tools, welding, electrical basics, and forklift operation. A PD, safety, and quality mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and five years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience using hand tools, forklift, welding, and grinding.
• Welding certification and Equipment Operations License preferred, but not required.
• Basic electrical skills.
• Must regularly lift and/or move heavy weights up to 75 pounds and work in a team.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Attention to detail and numerical competency.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on all facility equipment according to the schedule.
• Repair facility and equipment problems as they arise.
• Coordinate with maintenance vendors, schedule, and track parts and PO requests.
• Inspect forklifts and perform routine checks.
• Weld and fabricate as needed; assist with PLC basics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand tools

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Electrical basics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Welding

Grinding

Job description

2nd Shift Maintenance Technician (9:30AM-6:00PM)

Kost USA, 1000 Tennessee Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM

About PFX™

We engineer leading fluid solutions that keep the world moving and we’re building a better future while we do it. As a vertically integrated global powerhouse, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and 4 R&D centers across the world, delivering performance from lab to road in over 40 countries.

PFX Group™ brings together a family of trusted companies including Recochem, Prestone, Adam’s Polishes, B&B Blending, Kost USA, Ultra Clear, POR and Auto-Chem, each with deep expertise, regional insight, and a shared commitment to engineering excellence.

From automotive and heavy-duty thermal management systems to household and industrial solutions, our products are built for performance, reliability, and a commitment to sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in fluid technology.

PFX Cincinnati is looking for aMaintenance Technician (9:30AM-6:00PM) to join our team! This position ensures that the facilities and equipment are in working order. Performs routine maintenance, repairs, and builds new equipment as needed. Works with outside vendors to ensure that facility and maintenance projects are completed to specification.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Performing preventative maintenance on all facility equipment according to maintenance schedule.
• Fixing facility and equipment problems as they arise.
• Working directly with maintenance vendors as needed. Contacting and scheduling vendors, requesting purchase orders, and ordering parts. Answering vendor questions. Working with the vendor to ensure that projects are completed accurately and according to schedule.
• Performing routine inspections of forklifts.
• Welding and fabricating equipment as needed.
• Demonstrating basic PLC logic capabilities.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Experience:

• High school diploma and five years of experience in a similar role is required.
• Experience using hand tools, forklift, welding, and grinding.
• Welding certification and Equipment Operations License preferred, but not required.
• Basic electrical skills.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and horizontally push up to 125 pounds.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions (written and verbal).
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities – we prioritize internal promotions
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision and dental coverage and Telemedicine
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance program – support for continued education and professional development

Please note: A pre-employment background check, including a criminal record check and drug testing , is required.

PFX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

NOTICE TO EMPLOYEES AND APPLICANTS REGARDING THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
Our Commitment to Fairness and Transparency
The PFX Group may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Automated Decision Systems (ADS) to assist in certain employment-related processes, such as recruitment and hiring. These tools are intended to support decision-making, not replace human judgment.

Kost USA, 1000 Tennessee Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America