Maintenance Mechanic- 1st and 3rd Shift - KDC/One Columbus

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.
About us:
Kdc/one is currently hiring at our Columbus, Ohio facility. As part of the KDC/One network, we are the leading best-in-class producer of beauty and personal care products! Our Columbus facility is accessible with an easy commute located on RT. 161/Beech Rd. in New Albany.
We offer excellent opportunities with competitive wages from entry level, semi and skilled trade positions. We have opportunities for advancement at all of our sites and are excited to have you join the KDC/One Team!
Pay Rate: $28-30/hr
Shift: 1st: 6:00am-2:30pm
3rd: 10:00pm-6:30am
General Information:
The Maintenance Mechanic ensure continuous improvement of overall equipment effectiveness building people capability, setting and improving equipment standards, and improving reliability. The RCMM acts as a technical master and coach to the Production Supervisor Process Maintenance Mechanic, Line leader, and Operators. This role develops support systems to best enable result growth that are sustainable and improving OEE and capacity utilization. Safety and Quality remains the most important aspect of this role. Report directly to Production Engineering Maintenance Supervisor.
What are we looking for?

• Minimum of 3 years maintenance experience in an FDA regulated environment
• Advanced understanding of pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, belt drives, sprockets, and mechanical machine components
• Strong English communication (both written and oral), interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Wages/Salary
• Health/Vision/Dental/401k/bonus potential!
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Immediate openings

This position is responsible for:

• Understand and eliminate losses due to chronic losses (Reliability reduction due to machine component robustness and durability)
• Correct breakdowns across all of operations as a priority
• Execute periodic maintenance tasks in partnership with the Process Maintenance Mechanics
• Act as Expert coach to the Supervisor, process Maintenance Mechanic, and line team
• Develop frontline capability by establishing line standards (TPM) for PM – preventive (periodic & predictive maintenance)
• Translate OEM material into meaningful standards for best results
• Champion the SAP PM system in effectively managing work orders
• Support the Supervisor and engineer and act in this capacity when required
• Report directly to the Production Engineering Maintenance Supervisor
• Be highly visible and naturally flow to Equipment in view of ownership
• Support business critical maintenance work whenever necessary in other areas
• Work closely with the process Maintenance Mechanics for best results of line/equipment
• Ensure correct and safe operation of equipment and machinery using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Troubleshoot and maintain equipment
• Identify faulty equipment through observation and testing metrics
• Identify replacement parts and perform repairs.
• Attend drumbeat daily shift meetings to prioritize work orders and minimize downtime.
• Maintain parts and tools inventory
• Prepare maintenance reports, work orders, and problem-solving documentation
• Lean continuous improvement events stemming from line/equipment losses (loss maps and/or data)

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.

Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Paid time off, Vision insurance, Opportunities for advancement