Electro/Mechanical Technician 2nd shift

Kao EMEA & Americas; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits from day one

401(k) with company match

Paid time off 34 days annually

Job summary

Kao USA Inc. is seeking an Electrical-Mechanical Technician to join the Plant Services Team in Cincinnati. This role handles electrical and mechanical maintenance of production equipment and facilities, ensuring safe, efficient operations and clear status updates to customers.

The position requires 1+ year of relevant experience, and a background in electrical/mechanical maintenance with HVAC familiarity. On-site work with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Technical electrical and mechanical training or education.
• Competent in electrical, mechanical and environmental competencies (1+ years).
• Production facility and equipment maintenance experience (3+ years).
• HVAC license preferred.
• Entry level PLC knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance (preventative and corrective) on production equipment; update stakeholders on progress.
• Maintain electrical and mechanical systems for facilities (HVAC, water supply, structures, sewage).
• Complete service requests professionally for internal customers.
• Follow Kao USA Inc safety regulations; maintain a safe work area; attend monthly safety meetings.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Read blueprints

Safety compliance

Education

Electrical/Mechanical training or certification

Tools

Scissor lifts

Articulating lifts

Power trucks

Job description

We are Kao, listed as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the last 19 years. Our brand portfolio spans across three sectors; Consumer Care (John Frieda, Bondi Sands, Bioré, Jergens, Curél), Professional Hair (Goldwell, Oribe, KMS Hair, Kerasilk), and Molton Brown. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do - acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical - Mechanical Technician to join our Plant Services Team! Electro-Mechanical Technician (Plant Services) is responsible for the electrical and mechanical maintenance (corrective and preventative) of all production equipment and utilities for the Cincinnati plant site. Complete assigned tasks and self-identified tasks to ensure efficient operations of manufacturing plant and facilities. Maintain effective communication with customers. Ensure the correct and most effective plan is offered to customer requests.

2nd shift (2:00pm - 10:00pm.)

We offer:

• $28 - 34 per hour plus Corporate Bonus!
• 34 Total Paid Days Off Annually! (Vacation + Sick + Holidays)!
• Medical Benefits Effective On Your First Day!
• 401(k) and Company Match Effective On Your First Day!

What you will do:

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance (preventative and corrective) on all production equipment as required or directed. Update internal customers, coworkers and supervision on progress and status of work being completed. Maintain clean and safe work area.
• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance (preventative and corrective) on all facilities (water supply, HVAC, structures, sewage, etc.) as required or directed. Update internal customers, coworkers and supervision on progress and status of work being completed. Maintain clean and safe work area.
• Complete all service requests from internal customers in a professional manner.
• Follow all Kao USA Inc safety and health regulations. Maintain a safe and orderly work area. Complete minimum requirements of attending monthly safety meetings and completing required safety items.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedure and Work Instructions defined within scope of responsibilities. Complete training on all procedures and instructions as required.
• Complete all documentation correctly and as scheduled.

What you will need:

• Technical Electrical and Mechanical training, certification or education
• Technically competent in electrical, mechanical and environmental competencies (1+ years)
• Production facility and equipment maintenance environment (3+ years)
• Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) license preferred
• Entry level Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) knowledge
• Small equipment operation (scissor lifts, articulating lifts, power trucks, etc.)
• Be able to Read and interpret blue prints and schematics for electrical, mechanical and construction applications
• Provide basic hand tools used in position

At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results.

What you can expect from us:

• An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together.
• Respect, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of how we work.
• A workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing
• A broad range of benefits, including flexible working, competitive salaries, health and wellbeing offers, retirement, insurance options, and more...
• Learning and development opportunities

Your voice matters here — we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams.

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Kao is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.