Maintenance Technician (Manufacturing)

Empire Candle Co., LLC We are a candle company, located in Kansas City, KS. Yes, our candles are poured here LOCALLY! For over 70 years, Empire Candle has soared above the industry standard to deliver high quality candles and fragrance innovations. As a full-service manufacturer of candles, wax melts, and home fragrance accessories we are always striving to improve our customers’ experience with our dynamic range of reliable products. When you partner with Empire Candle brand, you are investing in the finest ingredients and an unparalleled value.

Position Overview: A Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping a facility operating and repairing any problems when they are discovered before they have a chance to worsen. A Maintenance Technician will be required to perform a wide range of repair tasks around a facility. 

Schedule is 10:00pm-6:30am, Sunday PM-Friday AM.

Compensation is ~$30/hour, based on experience + shift differential for 3rd shift.
 
Essential Job Functions 

1. Installs, repairs, and maintains any equipment and machinery in both manufacturing and in building infrastructure.
2. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical and fluid power systems.
3. Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls systems (24V DC– 480V AC both single and three phase).
4. Read and understand schematics and blueprints.
5. Maintain and repair pneumatic systems such as compressors and driers.
6. Maintain and repair gas fired boilers.
7. Performing PMs on a scheduled basis.
8. Document any work completed in CMMS.
9. Follow LOTO and all related safety procedures.
10. Communicate effectively and efficiently with management, team members and internal customers, utilizing verbal, written and electronic resources.
11. Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements 

1. High School Diploma or GED required.
2. Degree/Certification or documented electrical/mechanical experience.
3. 2 + of maintenance experience, manufacturing experience preferred.
4. Basic computer skills required.
5. Must be able to communicate, both verbally and written, in English. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
6. Must be able to demonstrate a level of mechanical and electrical aptitude.
7. Knowledge of proper and safe use of electrical meters.

 
Physical and Environmental Requirements 

1. Position requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time; walking around office and plant; lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; utilizing fine dexterity; and reaching, kneeling, crawling and twisting on a daily basis.
2. Low sensitivity to a highly fragranced environment.
3. Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
4. Must be able to visually inspect machines.

 
WHAT WE OFFER: 

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, STD, Basic & Voluntary Life insurance

 Savings Plan: 401k Plan w/ strong employer match

 Work/Life Balance: Vacation + PTO + Floating Holiday + seven (7) Paid Holidays

 Education: Tuition Reimbursement Program

 Health & Fitness: FREE Planet Fitness Membership

 Good Smells: Largely discounted Candles + FREE candle giveaways

 
Diversity & Inclusion: We are candlemakers, who come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and currently employee nine (9) various nationalities, from twenty-two (22) countries.
 
And, we smell good too!
 
Equal Opportunity Employer

Empire Candle CO., LLC provides a competitive compensation and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
 
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.