Maintenance Mechanic

Knauf North America
US - Indiana - Indiana
December 30, 2024

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Pay Rate:

$37.29/hour

Up to a 5% quarterly bonus with a perfect attendance multiplier!

We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.

"Supporting all aspects of the individual self, health, wealth and community

Our benefits include:

Onsite free clinic
Medical
Dental
401k Knauf contributes 3% regardless of if you contribute
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Plus more!

Growth opportunities available!

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

Responsibilities

Uses safe work practices and counsels other employees to do the same, as necessary. This includes understanding and complying with the lock-out/tag-out procedures
Determines if machines need to be taken out of production for repairs or service
Prioritizes work when more than one issue needs addressed at a time
Takes an active role in the requisitioning of parts/materials necessary for the continued operation of the plant
Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled and as needed
Knows all safety warning signs and signals and takes corrective action
Communicate maintenance issues with other shifts to ensure continuity of operation. Read and record comments in both Maintenance and Production logbooks
Insures that housekeeping in the Maintenance Department is maintained to a safe level and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored at all times, as well as before leaving such area for breaks, meal times, and end of the shift
Must be able to report to work on time and work all hours required of the job, including mandatory overtime; may be required to occasionally cover shifts other than the one for which hired
Remains current on plant and safety matters, participating regularly in department/plant safety meetings
Performs other work related duties and projects as directed

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain current OSHA Certified Industrial Truck Operator License

Experience:

Minimum of five years maintenance experience working with a variety of mechanical equipment in a heavy industrial environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly
Applies general knowledge of proper and safe use of shop equipment and tools
Demonstrates working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, rotating machinery, pumps, pipe fitting, fire protection systems, conveying systems, bearing installations, power transmission, fans, welding, and fabrication skills
Apply troubleshooting and problem solving skills
Able to read, write and interpret written information
Accurately count and perform basic math functions, including mental calculation of simple equations and/or fractions

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

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

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