Maintenance Associate

Maintenance Associate
Kevin Charles Fine Upholstery | New Albany, Mississippi
Reports to: Director of Manufacturing
Schedule: Monday through Thursday 6:30 am to 4:00 pm, Friday 6:30 am to 11:00 am

Kevin Charles is committed to creating affordable products of superior quality and style in a safe, efficient, team-oriented environment. As a family-run company, we’ve been building quality upholstered furniture since 2003, and we’re looking for a hands-on Maintenance Associate to keep our plant running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily plant start-up, including equipment start-up and pre-shift checks
• Complete daily and preventative maintenance on production equipment
• Diagnose equipment issues and complete timely repairs
• Maintain electrical components, including lighting
• Handle general facilities upkeep throughout the plant
• Perform occasional welding as needed
• Build and repair carpentry items, including workstations used throughout the plant
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal departments and external vendors

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance, mechanical, or industrial experience preferred
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and basic troubleshooting preferred
• Welding and carpentry skills preferred
• Ability to read technical manuals and follow safety procedures
• Valid driver’s license required for maintenance runs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work as a team with Associates across the department and factory
• Willingness to communicate new ideas and suggestions
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude

Benefits

• Family atmosphere
• Clean, safe work environment
• Competitive wages
• Guaranteed opportunity to average 40 hours per week
• 1 week paid vacation after 90 days of employment; 2 weeks after 9 months; 3 weeks after 5 years of service
• 8 paid holidays, eligible after 30 days of employment
• 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
• Competitive insurance packages (company pays 2/3 of associate’s health insurance and 1/2 of dependents’ insurance)
• Attendance bonus
• Promote-from-within culture with opportunities to grow

Join our Kevin Charles family and work for a company focused on caring for its associates and customers. Apply today.