Maintenance Mechanic - 1st shift

Your Role at KIK

As Maintenance Mechanic I - 1st Shift you will be responsible for scheduling and performing routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment. The Maintenance Mechanic will perform emergency repairs on various types of machinery, including mechanical, electrical and hydraulic, and identify and replace worn or defective parts in a timely manner.

Shift: 1st shift 7:00am‑3:00pm Monday‑Friday (requires OT as needed). Salary: $30‑32/hr DOE plus $5,000 sign‑on bonus.

• Inspects, monitors, and tests machinery and equipment
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery
• Assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment
• Develops sufficient understanding of all machinery used in the production process to ensure proper functioning procedures
• Adheres to all safety rules and regulations and maintains good housekeeping in all related areas
• Performs line changeovers to different products, including set‑up of dilution system to proper specs
• Notifies Production Manager and Plant Manager of any equipment problems, and assists in analyzing and resolving equipment problems or helps others in solving problems in a helpful and timely manner
• Completes any additional duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED required;
  Technical certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience installing, repairing, and maintaining industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Farming equipment and auto mechanic experience is also a plus

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK’s retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.