Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Kloeckner Metals Corporation; Brandenburg (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health insurance – Medical/Presc Drug/

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Wellness Stipend

Paid Life insurance

Paid Short / Long-Term Disability

Adoption Assistance (Financial)

Adoption & Fertility Navigation

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance on motors, conveyors and production machinery, diagnose mechanical issues, replace worn parts and ensure safety compliance on the shop floor.

The role requires hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently with attention to detail. Training and overtime may be required on 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ years maintaining industrial equipment, preferably in a metals service center or related industry.
• Proficient in mechanical troubleshooting with a strong aptitude for mechanical systems.
• High School diploma or equivalent, with 4-6 years of job-related experience; vocational training in industrial maintenance preferred.
• Industrial maintenance experience including pneumatics, conveyor systems, and general mechanical engineering.
• Excellent troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude, strong coordination and organizational skills.
• Understanding of ISO standards, quality management, material processing and warehousing.
• Strong math, organizational and communication skills, able to meet workflow requirements and shipping schedules.
• Reliable work history and ability to work independently.
• Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing and mobility.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyors and production machinery, following diagrams and safety protocols.
• Identify causes of mechanical problems by observing devices in operation and using precision measuring tools.
• Dismantle devices to replace defective parts using hoists, cranes and hand tools.
• Inspect used parts to confirm dimensional changes using calipers, micrometers and other tools.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments with hand tools and levels.
• Minimize downtime by informing production workers and scheduling maintenance during non-production periods.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintain equipment, parts and supplies inventories using Kanban and verify receipts.
• Use maintenance resources efficiently to achieve job results.
• Provide mechanical maintenance information by responding to questions and requests.
• Prepare maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information trends.
• Stay updated with technical knowledge by attending workshops and reviewing publications.
• Document and communicate actions, irregularities and ongoing needs to ensure continuity.
• Contribute to team efforts by cooperating with members and accepting reassignment.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing essential maintenance services, addressing immediate operational and safety concerns, and ensuring all equipment and machinery remain in optimal working condition. This role may involve collaboration with other Maintenance Technicians or operate under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Technician reports to the Operations Manager.

• 2nd Shift Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., with availability to work overtime as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance: Complete preventative maintenance tasks on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machinery, following diagrams and sketches. Troubleshoot malfunctions while adhering to established safety protocols
• Problem Diagnosis: Identify the sources of mechanical problems by observing devices in operation, listening for issues, and using precision measuring and testing instruments
• Part Replacement: Dismantle devices to remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, and hand tools. Examine and assess the condition of parts
• Dimensional Inspection: Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools
• Adjustment: Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straight edges
• Downtime Management: Minimize downtime by informing production workers of routine preventative maintenance techniques and scheduling maintenance during non-production periods
• Fabrication: Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instrumentation and equipment
• Inventory Management: Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by determining needs, using a Kanban system, placing orders, and verifying receipts
• Resource Conservation: Use maintenance resources efficiently to achieve job results
• Information Sharing: Provide mechanical maintenance information by responding to questions and requests
• Reporting: Prepare maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information trends
• Knowledge Maintenance: Stay updated with technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and establishing professional networks
• Documentation: Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs to ensure continuity among work teams
• Team Contribution: Contribute to team efforts by cooperating with members, accepting reassignments, and accomplishing related results as needed
• Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 1+ years maintaining industrial equipment, preferably in a metals service center or related industry
• Expertise: Proficient in mechanical troubleshooting with a strong aptitude for mechanical systems
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent, with 4-6 years of job-related experience. Vocational training or certification in industrial maintenance is preferred
• Industrial Maintenance: Prior experience with industrial maintenance, including pneumatics, conveyor systems, and general mechanical engineering
• Skills: Excellent troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude, strong coordination, and organizational skills
• Knowledge: Understanding of ISO standards, quality management principles, material processing, and warehousing
• Communication: Strong math, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to meet workflow requirements and shipping schedules
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history and ability to work independently
• Physical Examination: Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount
• Tuition reimbursement

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