Key Duties & Responsibilities Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the maintenance department Overseeing and assisting with of the installation, maintenance, and repair work of machines, parts and facilities for the Kirker Paterson buildings Preparing maintenance schedules and allocating work as per forecasted work orders Maintaining all inventory of parts and equipment and ensuring proper storage Inventories and requisitions machine parts, equipment, and other supplies to replenish and maintain stock Recording and maintaining production, repair, and machine maintenance information Assisting with departmental budget estimates and costs of specific repair projects Set up and operate machines and adjust controls that regulate operational functions to ensure conformance to specifications. Lubricate machinery, repair or change parts, and perform other routine machinery maintenance (i.e. mixers, pumps, valves, homogenizes, filter housings, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.). Starts machine and observes mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect defects, malfunctions, or other machine damage. Installs, replaces, or changes machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications. Dismantles machine, removes machine parts, and reassembles machine, using hand tools, chain falls, jack, crane, or hoist. Removes hardened material from machine or machine parts, using abrasives, power and hand tools, jackhammer, sledgehammer, or other equipment. Transports machine parts, tools, equipment and other material between work areas and storage, using crane, hoist, or dolly. Weld and/or repair tanks, vessels, tank stands, and tank frames. Marks, separates, ties, aligns, threads, attaches, or insert material or product preparatory to machine operation or to identify machine process. Communicate with or assists other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts or equipment. Reads work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance. Cuts, shapes, smooths, attaches or assembles pieces of metal, wood, rubber, or other material repair and maintenance machines and equipment. Inspects or tests damaged machine parts and determines appropriate actions to affect repairs. Performs Facility related repairs and work when needed. Training of the maintenance crew Performing other related duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements:

Experience:

5-7 years in a manufacturing environment Ability to read, write and communicate in English Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs Ability to use various hand, bench, and power tools Ability to perform general metal working carpentry, plumbing and electrical related repair Welding is a plus Forklift Certified and forklift repair experience is a plus Boiler license required

Salary Target Range:

$35.00 p/h - $40.00 p/h. Bonus Eligible From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days. We also offer a 401(k) plan. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Kirker offers paid holidays and floating holiday(s) each year. Kirker is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class .