Maintenance Technician

Kemin is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician for our newest manufacturing facility in Verona, MO!  

Working alongside a dedicated, productive team within a servant leadership culture, you'll experience...

• Hourly pay + Annual Bonus
• Generous Shift Premiums
• On-the-Job Paid Training
• Stability and Growth
• Safe, Clean Environment
• Health Benefits Effective Immediately

We Are Kemin  

We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.   

We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.    

We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.   

For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products to customers around the world.    

Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States. 

As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…  

• A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays. 
• Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), and free fresh fruit and healthy snacks in break areas- to name a few.  
• Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.  
• The chance to give back to our world- Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives. 

The primary focus of the Maintenance Technician position is to support the production efforts of the plant through maintenance and repair of equipment to assure maximum available up time.  Requires the ability to troubleshoot breakdowns and quickly correct problems.  The Maintenance Technician is responsible for welding, working with blueprints, and having machining proficiency. This position must be able to continually execute the Preventative Maintenance program. The ability to troubleshoot breakdowns and quickly correct problems is necessary. It is crucial that the incumbent is skilled at levels identified in machine repair, welding, piping, machine rigging, and mechanical problem solving. This position is also responsible for the fabrication and installation of new processes that are being introduced into the production arena. The current opening is on 3rd shift Monday through Thursday.

• Responsible for advanced maintenance including: welding, electrical, refrigeration, HVAC, etc. 
• Accomplish preventative maintenance (PM’s) and repairs within established timelines. 

• Provide input with Engineering team on various process improvement and the installation of equipment. 
• Responsible for troubleshoot breakdowns and correcting problems.  
• Fabricate components from blueprints 
• Machinery assembly and disassembly 
• Preventative Maintenance (PM’s) and repairs 

• GMP Compliance 
• Ability to perform maintenance on Refrigeration (as applicable per business unit) 
• Must be able to ensure safety compliance.  
• Need to be available to be on-call. 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to troubleshoot and problem solve.  
• Time management skills. 
• Basic project management skills.  
• Advanced Technical skills, including: machine repair, piping, machine rigging, HVAC, etc. 
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills. 
• Ability to read and markup blueprints. 
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals 
• Qualified with Lockout-Tagout, Confined Space, Hot-Work Procedures, and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). 

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.

Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodation will be considered.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.

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