Technician - Maintenance-Chemaid Building & Engineering Hourly Indirect

kdc/one, Chemaid; Saddle Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Performance-Based Annual Bonus

Job summary

KDC-ONE is seeking a Building Maintenance Technician to handle general building maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment at our New Jersey facility. You will perform electrical and mechanical tasks, install components, and keep plant systems running smoothly.

Responsibilities include maintenance of lighting, HVAC, pumps, boilers, and safety compliance. Strong English communication, math, and teamwork are essential for success in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus 5–7 years of general machine and building maintenance.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, machinery and equipment (forklifts, power jacks etc.).
• Maintain lighting, HVAC, air compressors, chillers, boilers, plumbing, cleaning, painting, and light carpentry.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of mixers, pumps, tanks, piping, and Production support systems.
• Maintain logbooks and scheduled maintenance checklists.
• Maintain and monitor inventory of maintenance supplies and materials.
• Identify and resolve maintenance, equipment repairs and safety issues and follow through to completion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic English

Power tools

Troubleshooting

Math skills

Mechanical skills

Preventive maintenance

Time management

Multitasking

Teamwork

Contractor coordination

SOPs & safety

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Position: Building Maintenance Technician

Department: Building Maintenance

Reporting Structure: Reports to Building Maintenance Manager

Reporting to this position: No direct reports

BASIC FUNCTION

Responsible for performing general building maintenance and basic general repair of machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and/or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, machinery, and industrial equipment (forklifts, power jacks etc.)
• Maintain all aspects of building maintenance such as lighting, HVAC, air compressors, chillers, boilers, plumbing, cleaning, painting, and light carpentry.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of mixers, pumps, tanks, piping, and Manufacturing/Production support systems.
• Maintain logbooks and scheduled maintenance checklists.
• Maintain and monitor inventory of maintenance supplies and materials.
• Identify and resolve building maintenance, equipment repairs and safety issues and follow through to completion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Must have basic English oral, written and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of power tools and machine shop equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to make required repairs.
• Basic Math skills required.
• Mechanical skills and prior experience in maintenance functions.
• Skilled in preventive maintenance measures and trouble shooting.
• Organized and efficient in time management skills.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently on assigned projects.
• Ability to professionally interact with outside maintenance contractors when required.
• Capable of following all required SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) and safety programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand, walk (for several hours of the workday) and use hands to handle objects, tools and controls, reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employees may be required to move or lift objects exceeding 35 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.

EDUCATION / TRAINING

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Minimum of 5-7 years of general machine and building maintenance. A combination of vocational training, education and experience that is equivalent to the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This position is classified non-exempt.

Competitive Benefits Package

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Performance-Based Annual Bonus

Eligibility and benefit offerings may vary based on employment status and company policy.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.