Maintenance Tech

Company: K & S Manufacturing
Location: Ixonia
Posted on: June 27, 2025

Job Description:

Are you mechanically inclined? Are you looking for a collaborative culture that values their employees? Are you interested in working in a growing manufacturing company? Then K & S Manufacturing has a position for you. We are currently hiring a maintenance technician! K & S Manufacturing Info … An agile manufacturing approach allows us to meet compressed timelines for a variety of customers in very competitive markets. A commitment to continuous improvement and vertical integration drives our ongoing investment in people, processes, and technology. K&S also invests in the latest, state of the art equipment housed in our modern facilities. K&S only manufactures for our customers. We do not manufacture our own branded products. This ensures we are focused solely on generating competitive advantage for our customers. Thomas Klusken, a military veteran, founded K&S Tool & Die in 1974. Servicing major OEMs, he had the vision to evolve K&S into a vertically integrated contract manufacturer. Our rich heritage as die makers and tool manufacturers—coupled with our manufacturing execution system—delivers supplier-led innovation. The outcome of his vision and the confidence entrusted in K&S over 40 years is reflected in the diverse markets we currently serve. Agriculture Engine large and small Construction Large truck On-and-Off highway Power transmission Process equipment Rail Seating Thermal transfer Turf care The Maintenance Tech at K & S Manufacturing will assist in ensuring equipment and facilities are in top operating conditions by maintaining and repairing equipment and facilities. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: · Preventative maintenance of machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, or power tools. · Repair machines, equipment, or structures, using tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electronic testing devices. · Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and doing other preventive maintenance actions. · Proceed on assignments with minimum supervision and work is subject to final inspection. · Comply with policies, processes, and systems of the ISO quality management system. QUALIFICATIONS: · 2-3 years of prior maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. * Experience with in CNC desired * Experience in Tool & Die highly desired. · Mechanical aptitude with ability to interpret schematics and drawings. · Working knowledge of Hydraulics, Pneumatics, electrical, PLC controllers and process equipment. · Strong problem-solving and organizational skills. · Good interpersonal communication skills. · Ability to change direction and handle multiple responsibilities/tasks on a routine basis. · Must be detail oriented.

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