Maintenance Mechanic - 12 hour night shift 4:30pm-4:45pm

thekineticgroup; Lonoke (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one healthcare coverage

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Kinetic Group in Lonoke, AR is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support our manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving production equipment and facility systems. This role is critical to ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our processes.

You will perform preventive and predictive maintenance, read schematics, work with CMMS, and collaborate with production and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in industrial/mechanical maintenance or related manufacturing field.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents and maintenance procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and restore production quickly and safely.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints/schematics

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate / Associate in Industrial Maintenance or Mechatronics

Tools

CMMS

Hydraulic & pneumatic systems

Job description

Pay Range: Starting Hourly Rate: $27.34 The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

Job Description

Remington Ammunition is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment and facility systems. This role is critical to ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our manufacturing processes.

Shift information

This is a night-shift position with a rotating 12-hour schedule. You will work three days on, followed by two days off. Your workdays and days off will shift the following week.

What you'll do:

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical equipment.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and restore production equipment to operational status.
• Inspect equipment and identify opportunities to improve reliability, safety, and performance.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections within maintenance tracking systems and required records.
• Assist in installation, modification, and commissioning of equipment and machinery.
• Fabricate, machine, weld, or modify components as needed to support repairs and improvement projects.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve operational performance.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE requirements, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.

You bring:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance, mechanical maintenance, or related manufacturing experience; OR
• Technical certificate, apprenticeship, military mechanical training, or Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related field.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial equipment and machinery.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents, maintenance procedures, and equipment manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

You might also bring:

• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience, including motors, sensors, switches, and control circuits.
• Welding and fabrication experience (MIG, TIG, and/or Arc).
• Experience using CMMS or computerized maintenance management systems.
• Experience with conveyors, packaging equipment, automated machinery, or machine tools.
• Industrial Maintenance certification, NCCER certification, or equivalent technical credentials.

Work Environment:

Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.

Benefits:

At The Kinetic Group, we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. That's why we offer day-one healthcare coverage, company-paid parental leave, a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%, career development opportunities, education assistance, and paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

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