Maintenance Specialist

Overview

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring a Maintenance Specialist at our Hendersonville, NC facility!

Pay Range - $17 to $26.00 per hour (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills)

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, Medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles! Check out our profile video!

• Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that’s 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company match
• Pension
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement

We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off to volunteer, paid leave options, tuition reimbursement, an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens!

We strive to have a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and veterans, who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for.

Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here:  . Our company motto is "Do the right thing as a human being," and we try to use that motto constantly in our decision-making.

The Maintenance Specialist II is responsible for performing a wide range of routine maintenance tasks while continuing to develop technical skills and knowledge of company policies and procedures. This role supports building and plant operations and assists the facilities team with projects involving mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.

Work is performed under the close supervision of the Facilities Supervisor or Manager and generally follows established procedures. The Maintenance Specialist II handles semi-routine assignments, understands when minor deviations from standard practices are appropriate, and receives guidance on new or unfamiliar tasks. This position may work closely with outside vendors and actively participates in P5S initiatives.

• Report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor; may also take direction from Production Management and/or Maintenance Mechanics
• Troubleshoot and repair process and facility equipment, including electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
• Assist with scheduled monthly maintenance for production and facility equipment, as requested
• Manage and document office and administrative maintenance requests using SAP and Outlook
• Perform 5S activities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Collaborate with managers, engineers, and departmental supervisors to ensure equipment reliability and operational readiness
• Identify and immediately report any safety concerns or hazards
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities
• Remain flexible and open to working on a variety of machines, systems, or production lines
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Ability to read, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Strong visual acuity and depth perception to accurately use inspection tools and equipment
• Willingness to comply with clean-room requirements, including wearing finger cots, masks, and other protective apparel as needed
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds and safely using hand tools
• Eligibility to work in an ITAR-regulated environment

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