Maintenance Technician II

Turning Point Brands, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Turning Point Brands, Inc. seeks a Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of manufacturing equipment. This role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery, requiring a solid mechanical background and at least five years of experience in a manufacturing setting. Competitive hourly wages and benefits are offered.

Benefits

12 Paid Holidays

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401K with company match

Short Term Disability Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical background.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair industrial machinery equipment.
• Dismantle defective machines and install new parts.
• Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical components.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Welding

Forklift operation

Electrical work

Job description

Turning Point Brands, Inc. (NYSE: TPB) is a leading manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of branded consumer products with active ingredients. We sell a wide range of products exclusively to adult consumers, from our iconic brands to our next generation products to fulfill evolving consumer preferences. Our three focus segments are led by our core, proprietary brands including Zig-Zag (rolling papers and wraps), Stoker’s (looseleaf chew and moist snuff) along with our distribution platforms in NewGen. Our products are sold in over 215,000 retail outlets in North America and through our e-commerce platforms. Our businesses generate solid cash flow which we use to finance acquisitions, increase brand support, expand our distribution infrastructure, and strengthen our capital position.

Let’s Build Great Experiences Together!

As a team of ambitious individuals, we strive to be the best at what we do. We have an entrepreneurial and creative approach to get the job done. Do you have a great attitude about life? Are you a great communicator with the ability to learn? Do you have tenacity, grit and are unafraid to fail? If you answered yes to these questions, we want you on our team.

About the job

We are seeking a professional Technician. The Maintenance Technician uses technical drawings, schematics and manuals to troubleshoot and repair complex process equipment (e.g. packaging machines, scales, conveyors, blowers, compressors, etc.) to maintain equipment in “like new” condition. This is primarily a first shift position. The normal shift is 40 hours per week in the manufacturing environment, though overtime may be necessary. This position may be assigned special projects, as determined by the Supervisor.

As a Maintenance Technician you will impact our company and customers by installing, repairing, and upkeeping of our facility to ensure operations are running smoothly. You will…

• Install and repair industrial machinery equipment, conveyors, etc.
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts, following specifications and blueprints, using precise measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Layout, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment; repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Repair and maintain physical structure of establishment.
• Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of recent experience working as a maintenance mechanic within a manufacturing environment.
• Must have a strong mechanical background to maintain and make improvements to physical assets by performing preventive maintenance, repairing, rebuilding, overhauling, and dismantling all types of complex manufacturing and support equipment.
• Welding experience required.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently, climb ladder, and stand, walk or move around during the entire shift.
• Must pass written and practical competency assessment.
• Ability to perform electrical and mechanical work on a scissor lift at various heights up to 35 feet.
• Ability to climb to the roof through the roof hatch ladder at 35’ height.
• Responsible for being knowledgeable of and acting in strict accordance with the requirements of all relevant laws, regulations, and Company policies, including, among other areas, Food and Drug Administration regulations.
• General awareness knowledge of the ISO9001 Quality Management System requirements, company Quality Policy and your contributions to the effectiveness of the QMS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical / electronic control systems preferred.

Let’s talk money and perks!

Turning Point Brands offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits.

• 12 Paid Holidays
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401K with company match
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance

Turning Point Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We hire qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected classes.