Kaiser Aluminum
Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo is looking for
Maintenance Mechanics
to join our team! This is a full-time opportunity with alternating 3 and 4-day work weeks, allowing an opportunity for increased work-life balance for our team members.
We are a highly automated, Best-In-Class aluminum casting and extrusion facility looking for safety conscious, collaborative, hardworking people who are interested in being a part of our continuous learning environment. Kaiser features an industry leading clean, safe working environment and we take immense pride in the aluminum we produce. Our teams span family generations, creating a rich history and ensuring future generations strive for excellence. You will be represented by the United Steelworkers union!
Now, what is in it for you to join Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo?
Here is a breakdown of all the ways you can earn at Kaiser Aluminum
: Base Pay
Production Incentive
Skill Incentive
Total
$31.55/hour
Average $4.63/hour
$6.95/hour
Average $43.13/hour
$5,000 sign on bonus: Eligible to receive
$2,500 after 6 months of
consecutive employment and another
$2,500 after one year
of consecutive employment. Excellent, low-cost
medical, dental, and vision
benefits, start day 1. Company match 401(k) up to 6% Department of Labor Apprenticeship program Annual pay increase Incentive bonus
based on plant performance, 0% to 20%, paid monthly. Perfect Attendance Program. Monthly drawings up to $350.00,
yearly drawing for $10,000 . Eligible after 90 days of employment. Company supplied and laundered uniforms. Relocation bonus for candidates that live over 75 miles from Plant. Must be able to work night shift 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. What you will be working on in the role
Monitors all equipment to ensure reliability. Repairs, installs, adjusts, modifies, and services all types of production equipment, plant instrumentation and relays. Troubleshoots hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Reads ladder logic to troubleshoot. Participates in the preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, 5S, and E.I. Teams Completes work orders in a safe and appropriate manner. Participates on safety and 5S teams. Maintains open communication with production technicians. Provides support to other maintenance technicians. Identifies and reports opportunities for improvement of PM's and spare parts controls. Participates on Equipment Improvement Teams Works within an environment focused on the reduction of unplanned downtime. Works collaboratively with other functional areas to ensure accomplishment of overall plant objectives. Applies lean manufacturing tools & principles in maintenance activities. Performs autonomous care and housekeeping. Documents spare parts usage Works within scheduling requirements What you will bring to the role
High School diploma or equivalent (required) Journeyman
status in skilled trades discipline (preferred but not required) Associate's degree, or Certification in Electrical or Mechanical technology
(preferred but not required) 2 years manufacturing Maintenance Technician or control programming experience (required) Multi-trade with industrial electrical experience Ability to work well with others in a team environment and on problem solving activities. Solid verbal and written communication skills Must be able to work all shifts.
About Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.
Maintenance Mechanics
to join our team! This is a full-time opportunity with alternating 3 and 4-day work weeks, allowing an opportunity for increased work-life balance for our team members.
We are a highly automated, Best-In-Class aluminum casting and extrusion facility looking for safety conscious, collaborative, hardworking people who are interested in being a part of our continuous learning environment. Kaiser features an industry leading clean, safe working environment and we take immense pride in the aluminum we produce. Our teams span family generations, creating a rich history and ensuring future generations strive for excellence. You will be represented by the United Steelworkers union!
Now, what is in it for you to join Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo?
Here is a breakdown of all the ways you can earn at Kaiser Aluminum
: Base Pay
Production Incentive
Skill Incentive
Total
$31.55/hour
Average $4.63/hour
$6.95/hour
Average $43.13/hour
$5,000 sign on bonus: Eligible to receive
$2,500 after 6 months of
consecutive employment and another
$2,500 after one year
of consecutive employment. Excellent, low-cost
medical, dental, and vision
benefits, start day 1. Company match 401(k) up to 6% Department of Labor Apprenticeship program Annual pay increase Incentive bonus
based on plant performance, 0% to 20%, paid monthly. Perfect Attendance Program. Monthly drawings up to $350.00,
yearly drawing for $10,000 . Eligible after 90 days of employment. Company supplied and laundered uniforms. Relocation bonus for candidates that live over 75 miles from Plant. Must be able to work night shift 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. What you will be working on in the role
Monitors all equipment to ensure reliability. Repairs, installs, adjusts, modifies, and services all types of production equipment, plant instrumentation and relays. Troubleshoots hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Reads ladder logic to troubleshoot. Participates in the preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, 5S, and E.I. Teams Completes work orders in a safe and appropriate manner. Participates on safety and 5S teams. Maintains open communication with production technicians. Provides support to other maintenance technicians. Identifies and reports opportunities for improvement of PM's and spare parts controls. Participates on Equipment Improvement Teams Works within an environment focused on the reduction of unplanned downtime. Works collaboratively with other functional areas to ensure accomplishment of overall plant objectives. Applies lean manufacturing tools & principles in maintenance activities. Performs autonomous care and housekeeping. Documents spare parts usage Works within scheduling requirements What you will bring to the role
High School diploma or equivalent (required) Journeyman
status in skilled trades discipline (preferred but not required) Associate's degree, or Certification in Electrical or Mechanical technology
(preferred but not required) 2 years manufacturing Maintenance Technician or control programming experience (required) Multi-trade with industrial electrical experience Ability to work well with others in a team environment and on problem solving activities. Solid verbal and written communication skills Must be able to work all shifts.
About Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.