Maintenance Mechanic

PRODUCTION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (2nd Shift)

ROLE OVERVIEW

This position supports Kwik Lok production activities by keeping our production machinery running smoothly! This is a great job for someone who likes to troubleshoot and fix problems.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

• Set up production machines to manufacture the correct lok/label series and opening size per the job order specification and production schedule

• Run samples of product to confirm proper setup of tooling – inspect for proper pitch, gauge, lok series, color, opening size, and quality

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment per the preventive maintenance schedule

• Perform corrective maintenance as requested per work orders and/or need

• Assist production operation with machine adjustments for quality

• Maintain production maintenance tool room and all maintenance work surfaces in a clean and safe manner

• Follow all company established food safety and quality guidelines and procedures

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous mechanical, maintenance, or automotive repair experience

• Must have a strong background in electrical troubleshooting and reading electrical blueprints

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in a production manufacturing setting; experience with extrusion a plus

• Preferred: Instrumentation, machinery, or automotive certifications

• Must pass a pre-employment background and drug screening

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Self-motivated

• Good work ethic

• Team player who works well with co-workers and is able to take direction from management

• Strives for continual improvement and recommends innovative solutions

• Seeks and accepts feedback for personal development

ALL THE DETAILS…

• Salary range: $19.00/hour to $25.33/hour, or commensurate with experience

• Schedule: 2nd shift: Monday – Thursday, 3:30pm – 2:00am

• Insurance Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life and Disability Insurance plans (60 day waiting period)

• Retirement Benefits: 401K Plan with company match (90 day waiting period - restrictions apply)

• Paid Time Off: (90 day waiting period, prorated for first year)

• Vacation: 120 hours a year, with increases based on years of service

• Holidays: 70 hours a year (8.5 days): 1 Floating Holiday, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday following, half day on Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day

• Sick Leave: 40 hours a year, accrued at 1 hour per 40 hours worked for hourly employees, salary employees prorated for first year

• Other Compensation: Employees may be eligible for annual performance bonuses.

• Location: New Haven, Indiana

• Work environment: Manufacturing facility – noise level 85-95 dB in production environment. Regularly bends, squats, reaches, kneels, and lifts 40 lbs. Occasionally this position will lift up to 80-100 lbs. Constantly seeing, hearing, talking. Noise level in office environment 10dB. To learn more about Kwik Lok, visit

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Kwik Lok is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. We value a diverse workforce and provide equal opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, status as a veteran, unrelated criminal conviction history, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, or participate in the application and interview process.

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