Maintenance Technician

Description

Kocher Beck USA, L.P., located in Lenexa, KS, is seeking enthusiastic candidates who enjoy a fast-paced environment to join our team! At Kocher Beck, we believe that delivering our quality products is the result of having the best team. Take this opportunity to join our growing business and contribute to a family-owned business known for its culture and top-quality products. 

Requirements

 Job Description

The Maintenance Technician, as part of a team, conducts, maintains, tests, and repairs mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. The position applies knowledge of mechanical and electrical/electronic principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. The maintenance technician provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing. Listed are some additional tasks:

· Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment

· Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements

· Advises operators of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components

· Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment

· Performs preventive maintenance functions

· Communicates with Maintenance Technician Supervisor 

· Ensures that all production equipment is maintained and running

Requirements

· Maintains a safe work environment

· Able to safely lift 50 pounds

· License to Electrician

· Use of hands/arms in repetitive motion

· Able to stand/walk for length of shift

· Weekend Flexibility

· Technical Capacity

· Problem Solving/Analysis

· Able to work on a team

· Able to work independently and stay on task

Preferred Skills/Experience

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

· Prior experience with measuring tools is a plus

· Experience with 3-phase, 480 

Benefits

· 100% Employer Paid Health, Dental and Accident Insurance premiums

o 100% covered for Employee-only and 75% for Dependent-plus coverage

· Bi-Weekly employer contribution to Health Savings Account

· 401(k), up to 4.5% employer match

· Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability

· Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays 

· Additional supplemental insurance plans are also offered

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A flexible schedule requires that the Maintenance Technician is able to work nights and weekends on a frequent basis and to be on call in case of an emergency.