Maintenance Mechanic

Hill's Pet Nutrition; Tonganoxie (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

12 hr shift with overtime available

Tuition Assistance up to $10,000/year

Paid Vacation and Parental Leave

Job summary

Hill's Pet Nutrition in Tonganoxie, Kansas, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliability of production equipment through troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.

With a starting pay of $33 per hour and benefits including medical coverage from day one, this role requires an industrial maintenance background and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of industrial maintenance experience required.
• Ability to work an off-shift schedule including weekends.
• Basic computer skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Review blueprints and schematics to identify technical issues.
• Assist in root cause analysis for equipment failures.
• Work as a technical resource in project improvement teams.
• Document maintenance activities using SAP-EAM.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical repairs

Electrical knowledge (up to 480V)

SAP-EAM usage

Basic math

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #174052 - Tonganoxie, Kansas, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name! Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the support of production lines, equipment, and the facility. The primary responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability; assisting with root cause analysis; reviewing electrical and pneumatic schematics; and working closely with operators to support production and transfer skills to Operation Technicians. The role works with other employees throughout the organization to achieve factory business objectives of safety, productivity, customer service, quality, cost and environmental protection.

What You Will Do

• Troubleshoots, repairs and conducts preventive maintenance for production and utility equipment as required to ensure equipment reliability including mechanical failures, electrical issues up to 480V, and PLC issues
• Reviews project instructions, blueprints, electrical, and pneumatic schematics to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problems, and possible solutions such as part redesign, substitution of material or parts, or re-engineering of parts or subassemblies.
• Assists with root cause analysis to identify reasons for equipment failures and breakdowns.
• Functions as a technical resource on project and improvement teams.
• Proficient user of SAP-EAM and other electronic tools, adeptly documenting Maintenance activities and trouble.
• Understands and complies with Hill’s policies, safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety. Identifies, reports, and assists with correcting any opportunities to improve facility practices.
• Actively participates in Quality and Safety programs at the facility.
• Records test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and makes recommendations for changes in product or test method.
• Fabricates machine parts as needed to perform repairs including welding and machining and change to electrical and power transmission systems.
• Operates forklifts, scissor lifts and boom lifts
• Must be able to utilize ladders and stairs
• Participates in structured group or team activities related to line/ area performance improvement e.g., autonomous maintenance, housekeeping, shop sanitation, problem solving, shift transition meeting, etc.
• Basic understanding of Ladder Logic, PLC Programming, parameters of Controls Logic and National Electric Code following established electrical safe practices.
• Maintains spare parts inventory and restocking of inventory for the plant as needed. This includes properly checking out parts or returning parts to stock if unused.
• Completes all regulatory and compliance related documentation and procedures accurately.
• Works with teams and focus resources and assures correct PMs are in SAP including auditing work order completion and effectiveness.
• Works with operators to support production and transfer knowledge skills to operation technicians.
• Other job functions that may be assigned*

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1+ year of industrial maintenance experience
• Ability to work an off-shift work schedule that includes weekends
• Basic math
• Computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous SAP-PM/EAM experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• 3+ years industrial maintenance experience in food, pet food, or pharmaceuticals
• Self-directed work groups, teamwork, interpersonal skills and strong results-oriented attitude
• Troubleshooting and repairing technical issues
• Knowledge of Food Safety guidelines
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from computer / computer systems.

Night Shift (2-2-3 schedule)

Starting Pay Rate: $33 USD per hour

$1,500 Hiring Bonus

Tonganoxie, Kansas, United States (15 minutes from Lawrence, 30 minutes from Kansas City, 30 minutes from Topeka)

What we offer

• $33 USD/hr starting rate.
• Merit increase every year based on performance
• Advancement Opportunities
• 12 hr night shift schedule with overtime available (6:00 pm - 6:30 am)
• $1 shift differential for night shift
• Great Culture & work environment at a climate-controlled facility
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for employee & eligible dependents - Start on Day 1
• Basic Life Insurance for you and eligible dependents at NO Cost
• 3 weeks Paid Vacation
• 1-week Paid PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Saving & Investment Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Assistance - up to $10,000 per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to discounted Company products
• Non-smoking facility

The Company and our Hill's Tonganoxie Plant maintains a smoke- and tobacco-free facility. No smoking or other use of tobacco products (including, but not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes or vaping devices, pipes, cigars, snuff, or chewing tobacco) is permitted in any part of the building, facility or in vehicles owned, leased, or rented by the Company.

Compensation And Benefits

Salary Range $33.00 - $34.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.