Mechanic-Chemaid Maintenance Day Hourly Indirect

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.

Position: Machine Mechanic

Department: Production                     

Reports to: Manager, Mechanics & Machine Maintenance

Shifts: 1^st Shift (7:00am to 3:30pm) & 2^nd Shift (3:30pm to 12:00am)

BASIC FUNCTION

Responsible for inspecting process production and the maintenance of equipment for productivity and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Perform all required daily maintenance on machines.
• Perform set up and wash down of equipment in compliance with company protocols and as required by cGMP’s (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Performs ongoing inspections of process production to ensure machines are properly working.
• Assess, and identify any machine performance or safety issues and seek resolution through inspections, tests, and adjustments to meet standards of machine performance.
• Records all inspections, tests, repairs, and preventive maintenance in machine maintenance log.
• Disassembles equipment as required for equipment maintenance, inspects damaged parts and repairs as necessary.
• Cleans up work areas after completion of each job and prepares machines for next job.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS

• Must be familiar with the tools required to maintain and repair machines.
• Mechanically inclined and possess trouble shooting skills. • Knowledge of Machine wiring and electrical components
• Ability to work independently, self-motivated.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
• Communicate effectively using oral and written skills.
• Bilingual background a plus, must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Ability to interact effectively with related departments.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• High school diploma or equivalent. Prior electrical and mechanical experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in a contract manufacturing environment.
• Must be experienced in the maintenance of the following machine types: Liquid Tube fillers, Volumetric Fillers, Cappers, Coders, Labelers, Transfer Pumps and all other related filling equipment.

This position is classified non-exempt.

Competitive Benefits Package

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Performance-Based Annual Bonus

Eligibility and benefit offerings may vary based on employment status and company policy.

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.