Maintenance Mechanic

Knauf Insulation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Health benefits starting day one

Job summary

Knauf Insulation is seeking a maintenance technician to keep a heavy industrial line safe and productive. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and coordinate parts while prioritizing safety and reliability.

You will work with cross-shift teams, log issues, and participate in trainings to stay current on plant updates. A strong track record in maintenance and PLC/automation is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• PLC experience is required.
• Automated technician experience is required.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Observe safety procedures, report unsafe conditions, and use equipment properly.
• Basic math skills including mental calculation of simple equations/fractions.

Responsibilities

• Champion safe work practices and follow lockout/tagout procedures.
• Decide when to pull equipment for repair to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled and on-demand preventive maintenance to keep lines running.
• Requisition and track parts and materials so teams have what they need.
• Respond promptly to safety warnings and take corrective action.
• Document issues and communicate across shifts; keep logs up to date.
• Maintain a clean, organized maintenance area and store tools properly.
• Be dependable: arrive on time and work required hours, including overtime.

Skills

Maintenance experience

PLC experience

Automated technician

Industrial equipment

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA Certified Industrial Truck Operator License

Tools

PLC

Job description

Overview

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

• Free near-site Health Care Facility
• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Virtual Medical Services
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid family leave
• Company provided Salay Continuance (Short- term Disability)
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A full-time work schedule that allows you to only work half the time!
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities are available!

About the Role:

Join us to keep a high-performing plant safe and running! You’ll champion LOTO and safe practices, pull equipment for service when needed, perform preventive maintenance, and secure parts to cut downtime. You’ll communicate across shifts, log issues, keep an organized shop, and respond to safety warnings. Punctuality and flexibility for overtime/occasional shift coverage required—stay engaged in safety meetings and pitch in on other projects.

Responsibilities

• Champion safe work every day—follow and coach lockout/tagout (LOTO).
• Spot issues early and decide when to pull equipment for repair to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled and on-demand preventive maintenance to keep lines running.
• Requisition and track parts and materials, so teams have what they need.
• Act quickly on safety warnings and signals; take corrective action.
• Keep operations connected by communicating across shifts and documenting in Maintenance and Production logbooks.
• Maintain a clean, organized maintenance area; store tools and supplies before breaks and at shift end.
• Be dependable: arrive on time, work required hours including mandatory overtime and occasionally cover other shifts.
• Stay current on plant and safety updates; participate in meetings and trainings.
• Pitch in on other duties and projects as needed.
• Drive the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
• Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current OSHA Certified Industrial Truck Operator License.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of maintenance experience working with a variety of mechanical equipment in a heavy industrial environment.
• PLC experience is required.
• Automated technician experience required.

To perform this job successfully, individuals must demonstrate the following:

• Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
• Accurately count and perform basic math functions, including mental calculation of simple equations and/or fractions.
• Must be able to sufficiently read, write, and understand English.

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.