Production Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

As a Production Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of our production equipment. Your expertise in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general process controls will help maintain optimal equipment performance, minimize downtime, and support daily production goals. This position is key to sustaining a safe work environment and driving continuous improvement across operations.

Pay Range: $27 - $30 per hour

Shift Schedule:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional overtime and flexible scheduling based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Safety and Compliance

• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly to maintain a safe working environment.
• Validate that safety controls are in place and operational for both staff and machinery.
• Monitor equipment regularly to identify and eliminate potential safety hazards.
• Follow and enforce lockout/tagout procedures during maintenance activities.
• Promote and model safe work practices, providing guidance and training to team members.

Preventative Maintenance and Spare Parts Management

• Execute scheduled preventative maintenance tasks to minimize equipment downtime.
• Maintain and update the preventative maintenance system in accordance with defined procedures.
• Ensure the system reflects current requirements and equipment changes.
• Conduct periodic inventories of spare parts and tools.
• Order and restock parts as needed to maintain inventory levels.

Production Support

• Respond promptly to equipment issues based on production priorities.
• Perform timely repairs and adjustments to support continuous production flow.
• Assist production teams when equipment is underperforming or malfunctioning.
• Complete line changeovers accurately and within designated timeframes.

Continuous Improvement and Company Culture

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Uphold and demonstrate the company’s core values in all interactions.
• Foster a respectful and supportive environment for all team members.
• Exhibit a strong sense of urgency and ownership in addressing company needs and priorities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial maintenance or a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Familiarity with process control systems and safety protocols.
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Why Kem Krest?

• 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