Maintenance Mechanic I

Location: Onsite - Union City, Tennessee


Competitive Compensation:Starting at $26.10 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour for 3rd shift.

Shift:3rd Shift,9:30pm - 6am, Sun-Thurs shift schedule.

Opportunity
Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? At Kohler Co., we believe in empowering our employees to make a difference. Join our warehouse team and be part of a culture dedicated to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement within our Union City location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world.

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician for our Anodize Extrusion Department. This position will be based at our Union City, TN location, where we specialize in manufacturing high-quality shower glass doors.

Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing routine and general maintenance and repairs of plant equipment as assigned by supervision. May work alone or with other departmental associates in the performance of assigned tasks. Associate should have knowledge and experience in the following areas:
  
• Carpentry, Welding, Cutting Torch, Pipefitting, Metal Working, Fabrication, Plumbing, Electrical, Machinist.
  
• Must perform quality work in sufficient quantity to meet requirements and assist in obtaining plant objectives.
  
• Support manufacturing and facilities by providing maintenance support for all machinery, equipment, systems and safety programs.
  
• An ability to interpret and follow machine and electrical diagrams and operation manuals.
  
• Be aware of OSHA standards and follow safe work practices to avoid injury or accidents.
  
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment utilizing 5S methodology.
  
• Maintain and execute preventative maintenance (PM) schedule timely for equipment and facility.
  
• Enter, track and close out maintenance work orders via SAP system.
  
• Proficiently utilize a wide variety of electrical and mechanical test and calibration equipment.
  
• Industrial Electrical Wiring and Control (110 volt to 480 volt 3-phase)
  
• Troubleshooting/Problem solving skills with ability to read wiring, pneumatic, hydraulic drawings.
  
• Experience with PLC a plus.
  
• Effective, accurate and timely communication skills between shifts and when problems are detected.
  
• Frequent contact with outside vendors (such as electricians, mechanical contractors, parts vendors, etc.)
  
• Make recommendations on process improvements.
  
• Basic Computer Skills.
  
• Lockout tagout training is required (conducted at facility within 30 days of employment).
  
• Confined space training is required (conducted at facility within 30 days of employment).
  
• Forklift license training is required (conducted at facility within 30 days of employment).
  
• Works with Operations Leadership to acquire and install new equipment for capital projects.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Health insurance with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance.

• 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
  
• Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year.
  
• Discounts on Kohler products.
  
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.
  
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
  
  

Key Qualifications

• Must be able to work in the US without restriction or sponsorship.
  
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing productionprocesses.
  
• Must be at least 18 years old.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent - associate's degree or higher preferred.
  
• Novice computer skills.
  
• Experience with PLC controls is plus.
  
• Forklift license required (training provided).
  
• A minimum of 3 years of experience of Industrial Maintenance experience.
  
• Mechanical proficiency and willingness to operate industrial machinery.
  
• Must pass written Maintenance test.
  
• Be flexible in work hours and shifts - come in early or stay over for needed shift coverage.
  Must have tools
  
  
  

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Additional Requirements

• Physical Capability:Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 50 - 70 pounds. Walking, climbing(Ladders, Hoist, Catwalk), Bending, Stooping, Crawling (confined space) are required. Routine handling of 50 to 80 pounds
  
• Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
  
• Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.
  
• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures.
  
  

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Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us:

It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.