Maintenance Technician

Kaiser Aluminium
US - Michigan - Kalamazoo
July 4, 2024

Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo is looking for Maintenance Mechanics to join our team! This is a full-time opportunity with alternating 3 and 4-day work weeks, allowing an opportunity for increased work-life balance for our team members.

We are a highly automated, Best-In-Class aluminum casting and extrusion facility looking for safety conscious, collaborative, hardworking people who are interested in being a part of our continuous learning environment. Kaiser features an industry leading clean, safe working environment and we take immense pride in the aluminum we produce.Our teams span family generations, creating a rich history and ensuring future generations strive for excellence.

Now, what is in it for you to join Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo?

Here is a breakdown of all the ways you can earn at Kaiser Aluminum:

Base PayProduction IncentiveSkill IncentiveTotal$31.23/hourAverage $4.23/hour$5.50/hourAverage $39/hour

$5,000 sign on bonus: Eligible to receive $2,500after 6 months ofconsecutive employment and another$2,500 after one yearof consecutive employment.

Excellent, low-costmedical, dental, and visionbenefits, start day 1.
Company match 401(k) up to 6%
Department of Labor Apprenticeship program
Annual pay increase
Incentive bonusbased on plant performance, 0% to 20%, paid monthly.
Perfect Attendance Program. Monthly drawings up to $350.00,yearly drawing for $10,000.Eligible after 90 days of employment.
Company supplied and laundered uniforms.
Relocation bonus for candidates that live over 75 miles from Plant.

What you will be working on in the role

Monitors all equipment to ensure reliability.
Repairs, installs, adjusts, modifies, and services all types of production equipment, plant instrumentation and relays.
Troubleshoots hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Reads ladder logic to troubleshoot.
Participates in the preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, 5S, and E.I. Teams
Completes work orders in a safe and appropriate manner.
Participates on safety and 5S teams.
Maintains open communication with production technicians.
Provides support to other maintenance technicians.
Identifies and reports opportunities for improvement of PM's and spare parts controls.
Participates on Equipment Improvement Teams
Works within an environment focused on the reduction of unplanned downtime.
Works collaboratively with other functional areas to ensure accomplishment of overall plant objectives.
Applies lean manufacturing tools principles in maintenance activities.
Performs autonomous care and housekeeping.
Documents spare parts usage
Works within scheduling requirements

RequirementsWhat you will bring to the role

High School diploma or equivalent (required)
Journeymanstatus in skilled trades discipline(preferred but not required)
Associate's degree, or Certification in Electrical or Mechanical technology(preferred but not required)
2 years manufacturing Maintenance Technician or control programming experience(required)
Multi-trade with industrial electrical experience
Ability to work well with others in a team environment and on problem solving activities.
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to work all shifts.

About Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo

Talented people join our team because we are enthusiastic about employee growth, contributing back to our communities, environmental sustainability and championing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are strongly committed to expanding inclusion, equity, and diversity - how we hire, develop, and inspire our diverse team members reflecting and relating to the increasingly multicultural community.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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