Night Shift Maintenance & Setup Technician

Kem Krest; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Availability

Health Benefits

Free On-site Clinics & Prescriptions

401K Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off, Sick Pay & Holiday

Parental Leave

Supplier Discounts

Job summary

At Kem Krest, a Maintenance & Setup Associate supports daily production by setting up, adjusting, and maintaining equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This role performs machine changeovers, makes equipment adjustments to meet product specifications, troubleshoots issues during production, and supports preventive maintenance activities.

Pay is $22 per hour; schedule is Monday - Thursday, 8:30 PM - 7:00AM; full-time, 40 hours per week with overtime available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of functional or operational experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow instructions, standard work, and safety procedures.
• Strong safety, quality, and teamwork focus.

Responsibilities

• Support operational excellence through ESP and continuous improvement activities.
• Follow standard work procedures under supervision.
• Accept coaching and develop skills through training and on-the-job learning.
• Support problem-solving activities through engagement and feedback.
• Operate equipment under supervision while fulfilling all safety and job expectations related to material handling equipment (MHE).
• Demonstrate awareness of basic equipment and repair principles, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and drive systems.
• Understand machine operation requirements to avoid negative impact on production or equipment.
• Execute equipment operations as trained and follow defined reaction plans to prevent personal injury or product damage.
• Learn how operational activities contribute to data, technology, and overall organizational performance.
• Understand individual performance expectations and how they relate to departmental deliverables.
• Support department objectives that drive capacity, volume, and customer requirements.
• Work collaboratively with peers to ensure compliance and identify potential risks.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety requirements and support the prevention and identification of potential hazards.
• Understand how daily work contributes to risk reduction and minimizes impact on surrounding operations and environments.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to safety

Attention to quality

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Kem Krest, a Maintenance & Setup Associate supports daily production by setting up, adjusting, and maintaining equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This role performs machine changeovers, makes equipment adjustments to meet product specifications, troubleshoots issues during production, and supports preventive maintenance activities.

Pay is $22 per hour; schedule is Monday - Thursday, 8:30 PM - 7:00AM; full-time, 40 hours per week with overtime available.