Assistant Maintenance Technician

KEEN Footwear • Shepherdsville, KY

5d • $19

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Technician performs the duties associated with equipment, production, and facility maintenance under close supervision from Maintenance Supervisor. A great entry level role into facility and maintenance operations at a busy and family-owned company.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in a fast paced, high quality manufacturing environment
• Must be able to function in a safe manner; observe safety practices; utilize PPE equipment
• Must have strong work ethic, accountability, judgment, and a positive attitude
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Highschool diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Six months documented relevant experience is preferred.
• Ability to comply with all safety requirements as well as company policies and procedures.
• Familiar in the use of tools, machines, and testing instruments.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Manual dexterity.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to stand for 8-10 hours and work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to reach with arms extended and/or overhead, excellent hand dexterity, ability to bend, stoop, stretch and similar activities and able to lift up to 40 pounds frequently.
• Individual must be eligible for employment in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Some assembly, production or manufacturing experience
• Leadership skills are a plus
• Basic mathematical, reading skills and reasoning ability

Responsibilities

• Performs routine building maintenance repairs through assigned work orders.
• Mixes and maintains polyurethane to support production needs.
• Cleans and prepares molds for production use.
• Maintains releasing agent, field spray and pigment at appropriate levels for production.
• Submits supply requests for approval.
• Picks up materials from vendors as needed.
• Operates fork-lift to move barrels and other equipment.
• Uses micrometers, calipers, dial indicators and other precision instruments to determine working clearances on mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components.
• May be required to assist production assembly line when needed.

Benefits

• We offer wonderful perks, like free shoes twice a year, employee discounts, and an Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees