Overview
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At Kaman, we are always looking for a better way. Whether we are helping keep our troops safe or pioneering safer ways to fly the globe, we approach every challenge with an innovation mindset. We consider our people to be the key to our success and are looking for candidates who share our core values of Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Creativity and Honor (REACH). Find out more about us at Kaman.com/Careers.
As an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in our Middletown, CT, facility, you will be responsible for the internal maintenance operations of program equipment as well as performing layout, installation, repair, modification and preventive maintenance of electrical equipment and machinery.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform all maintenance mechanic operations to ensure continual operation of equipment and facility.
- Act as a troubleshooter and repair equipment. Resolve problems or refer problems to appropriate individual.
- Perform preventive maintenance with work orders on manual and automated machinery, including CNC lathes, millers, saws, grinding and honing equipment.
- Respond to emergency breakdowns of equipment to keep production loss to a minimum.
- Inspect equipment to evaluate conditions that could lead to production breakdowns or unsafe conditions.
- Maintain clean and safe work environment. Follow safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Report safety incidents to supervisor.
Make recommendations for improvements to work processes. Contribute to 5S program in work area. - Provide a high level of service to all internal and external customers. Contribute to positive teamwork environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Participate in training/learning other positions. Accomplish related results as needed.
- Familiar with CMMS (computerized maintenance management system)
Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- 3 to 5 years of direct maintenance and repair experience on automated manufacturing machinery including CNC
- Experience in a Machine Shop/Manufacturing environment
Why Work at Kaman?
We offer competitive salaries along with group medical, vision and dental plans.
We provide ample time off including a paid end of year shutdown to relax and recharge.
We promote your financial well-being through 401(k) matching and an employee stock purchase program.
We will help you advance your career through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, and a generous tuition reimbursement program.
We enjoy fun, monthly employee events and participate in charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
We appreciate our employees and recognize their outstanding contributions and years of service through generous awards programs.
Kaman Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer
Kaman Corporation considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. Kaman Corporation and all of its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all. Kaman provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures and/or process. Please inform us if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. For more information, please click here for a notice that provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP).
Many positions at Kaman require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). For ITAR and EAR purposes, U.S. persons include U.S. citizens, nationals and lawful permanent residents, as well as asylees and refugees. The ITAR and/or EAR may limit access rights for non-US Persons or other unauthorized individuals. Kaman reserves the right to require candidates and employees to provide proof of citizenship, nationality and/or immigration status to determine ITAR and EAR compliance requirements.
