Maintenance Technician - Second shift (3:00pm - 11:30pm)

K-FLEX USA is the North American division of the IK Insulation Group, an innovative leader in flexible elastomeric foam insulation with 12 production facilities worldwide and a distribution channel that reaches 43 countries. K-FLEX manufactures thermal and acoustic insulation and jacketing systems that allow for an efficient installation process and deliver reliable and lasting performance on pipes, ducts, vessels and equipment for a wide range of applications, including HVAC, Refrigeration and Industrial Process Systems.

We offer healthcare benefits, paid holidays, generous PTO, 401(k) matching up to 5%, pet insurance, voluntary life, family fun days, employee discounts, and other perks! Come check out why many of our employees have tenure for 10+ years!

What we offer:

• Two competitive medical healthcare plans, low cost/great coverage dental plans, and free vision coverage for employee plus dependents!
• HSA (Health Savings Account) contribution matching - $600 per year for employee / $1200 per year for employee plus dependents
• Company funded basic life and AD&D coverage (free!)
• Optional voluntary life at company group term rates - enrollment for employee tier in first 30 days is guarantee issue (no EOI / SOH required!) Available for dependents as well!
• 10 paid holidays; 1 floating holiday
• Paid time off (vacation and personal leave)
• 401(k) (traditional and Roth options) plus 5% matching!
• Employee discount programs
• Employee Assistance Program (free!)
• Short and Long-Term Disability (free!)
• Annual discretionary onus opportunities!
• Positive work culture where we support each other, celebrate diversity, and provide employee incentives and support!

What you will be doing:
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintenance and repair of all Production Equipment, Machinery and General Facilities.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment. (Including but not limited to repairing, overhauling, replacement of seals and or bearings and shafts etc.)
• Routine planned maintenance on the Mixers, Extruders, Continuous oven, corrugated box formers/sealers and other finishing machines. (Planned maintenance or PM including but not limited to oil changes, greasing, checking air filters, machine alignment checks or taking measurements to check for machine wear.)
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting including 480 volt 3 phase, 24 volt DC, pneumatics and hydraulics. (Understand and troubleshoot and repair/replace components related to 480 volt 3 phase electrical equipment. Motors, contactors, Frequency Drives [also called inverters or VFD’s] 24 volt DC electrical components such as relays, solenoids, switches and push buttons. Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic components as in cylinders, solenoids, flow controls and accumulators.)
• Record maintenance, problems, and repairs in log system.
• Clean work area to ensure a safe and productive environment.
• Manufacturing capabilities including Mig, Stick and acetylene cutting and welding.
• Carpentry (minimal – manufacture of plywood boxes)
• Complete moderately complex project assignments, such as equipment/process improvement.
• Facility lighting – interior and exterior.
• Replenish process oil totes routinely.
• Will be required to perform all other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a maintenance manufacturing environment.
• Basic automation and troubleshooting experience (Allen Bradly plc.)
• Excellent trouble-shooting and math skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety information, operating instructions, blueprints, schematics and drawings, and procedure manuals. (SOP’s or standard operating procedures, electrical prints and or hard wire drawings.)
• Good computer, written and verbal skills.

Job knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Forklift experience a plus. We will train and certify all employees on forklift operation regardless of experience.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift objects up to 70 lbs.
• Use fingers, hands, arms, and legs to lift, reach, push and pull. Will stand, walk, stoop, and kneel.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, heat, and moderate noise.

Please complete the following assessment to be considered for this position. Please note that we will not proceed with your application if you do not complete this! Thank you!

Assessment Link: https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/bo/8N35/Applicants

Equal Employment

K-Flex USA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

RECRUITING AGENCIES, PLEASE NOTE

K-Flex USA will not accept unsolicited assistance from recruiting / search agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by recruiting or search agencies to any employee at K-Flex USA via email, the Internet or in any form and / or method without a valid written search / recruitment agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of K-Flex USA. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by K-Flex USA as a result of the referral or through other means.