Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Job Description

We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools. When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team that cares about the work we do and also about each other. We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools.

We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision‑making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics. As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life.

Join our team as a 1st shift Maintenance Mechanic 1 (Monday – Friday with OT as needed, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm), where you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance of machinery and equipment. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing and monitoring equipment, conducting repairs and replacements. You’ll be a key contributor to the success of our plant. Bring your expertise and tools to a dynamic environment that values efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Sets up production equipment to run scheduled production.
• Discusses difficulties in operating equipment with machine operators to isolate problems, then troubleshoots the machine to determine cause and required repairs.
• Reads and follows directions as found in technical manuals and documents any and all changes, creating records to refer back to for understanding how to set up lines and adjust machines and conveyors as needed.
• Performs necessary repairs on equipment to keep it in top running order.
• Performs major mechanical overhauls of some packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoots electrical and motor problems, determining if a motor or electrical system is functioning properly and is configured correctly.
• Carries out required preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Assists in determining required design modifications and makes approved modifications to equipment.
• Performs tasks in accordance with approved procedures and follows all safety procedures and GMPs.
• Provides coverage for mechanics on other shifts, as needed.
• Works with minimal supervision as well as in a team setting.
• Performs other duties as assigned. The above statement describes the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

• Minimum 4 years mechanical experience in a high‑speed packaging and/or manufacturing environment (food industry highly preferred).
• Associate’s degree in an electronic field and/or Electrical Diploma/Certificate with at least 3 years of experience OR 5+ years of proven experience in a related field (highly desirable).
• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of preventative maintenance programs.
• Flexible to work shift work (days, afternoons, nights).
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment with lots of changes.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Lockout Procedures.
• Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management software (asset).
• Pay attention to details with a customer‑service attitude.
• Strong team player with excellent problem‑solving skills.

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. Compensation may vary based on relevant skills and experience.

We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American…