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Assistant Maintenance Technician

Shepherdsville, KY.

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. 

Highlights:

  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Several plan choices for medical/dental/vision, plus mental health coverage
  • Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday / 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM 
  • Free KEEN gear plus outdoor industry discounts

Key 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.

 

Knowledge/Skills Required

  • 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

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • 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.

 

Additional Qualifications

  • Some assembly, production or manufacturing experience
  • Leadership skills are a plus
  • Basic mathematical, reading skills and reasoning ability
  • Individual must be eligible for employment in the United States

 

Physical Requirements

  • 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. Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

 

 

  • The schedule is Monday – Thursday: 6:00am – 4:30pm.
  • Three-day weekends: Friday - Sunday
  • We offer wonderful perks, like free shoes twice a year, employee discounts, and an Employee Assistance Program.

 

Why Work at KEEN:  Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal, and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place. 

At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples.

KEEN Footwear is an equal opportunity employer.  We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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