MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Columbus

Summary: The Maintenance Technician supports plant operations by performing mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance activities on production and facility equipment. This role helps maintain equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and support safe, efficient operations in a plant-based manufacturing environment.

Detailed description:

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a division of the Kingspan Group Plc headquartered in Ireland, is a global and trusted leader in the design, manufacturing, and supply of high-performance sustainable building products and solutions for the construction industry. As the most energy-efficient, cost-effective building envelope solutions, insulated metal panels are at the forefront of sustainability. We serve the architectural, commercial/industrial, cold storage and food processing markets, and are committed to delivering the most advanced building products on the market.

Learn about our Planet Passionate initiatives:

At Kingspan, our future success is based on the quality of our people, who's expertise and motivation have helped ensure that we remain at the forefront of the construction materials manufacturing industry. In joining Kingspan you become an important part of a growing organization with a reputation for innovative design and use of technology, technical expertise, product quality, service excellence, and dedication to sustainability.

Ready to be part of our team?

2nd Shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Pay range: $29.70 - $33.00 (Compensation at the top of the range is reserved for individuals who bring subject matter knowledge, hands-on experience, a proven track record of performing this work at a high level, and the ability to step in and deliver impact immediately with minimal ramp-up.)

Shift differential for eligible hours worked (does not apply to holiday pay, PTO, STD, etc)

We are looking for an experience Industrial Maintenance Technician for our COLUMBUS, OH facility!

Essential Duties:

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective mechanical maintenance on plant equipment and related systems.

• Support installation, repair, troubleshooting, and assigned maintenance projects under established procedures and direction.

• Identify equipment issues, assist with root cause troubleshooting, and complete repairs that support equipment reliability and reduce repeat issues.

• Coordinate with operations and maintenance team members to complete scheduled work, respond to equipment needs, and minimize production downtime.

• Maintain plant equipment in accordance with company policies, equipment manuals, safety requirements, and accepted maintenance practices.

• Provide timely feedback to the maintenance supervisor, planner, or appropriate team member regarding assigned work, completed work, and equipment concerns.

• Work assigned schedules as required to support plant operations, including overtime, weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts based on business and operational needs.

• Follow the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance.

• Follow Compliance requirements per “KNA-SOP-1705 Compliance Roles and Responsibilities.”

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required.

Technical Maintenance Skills:

• Use hand tools, power tools, maintenance equipment, and precision measuring instruments to install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, align, and maintain plant equipment.

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and replace mechanical equipment and power transmission components, including conveyors, bearings, shafts, chains, belts, and related systems.

• Support installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial piping, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and related components.

• Perform or support welding, cutting, brazing, fabrication, rigging, hoisting, lifting, and material handling activities using approved equipment, procedures, certifications, and safe work practices.

• Apply proper installation, alignment, lubrication, documentation, and maintenance practices to support equipment reliability, quality workmanship, and safe operation.

Communication & Professional Expectations

• Communicate clearly with maintenance, operations, supervisors, planners, and other team members to coordinate work, share equipment updates, and support safe operations.

• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, teamwork, quality workmanship, and a practical commitment to continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be someone who brings the following qualities to the workplace:

Steady Problem Solver

A practical thinker who stays calm, curious, and persistent when issues are not immediately clear.

• Someone who looks for reasonable explanations, asks good questions, and works through problems without jumping to conclusion

Reliable Safety Mindset

• A person who naturally thinks about safety, risk, and the impact their choices may have on themselves, coworkers, equipment, and the operation.

• Someone who respects procedures and changing conditions without becoming careless, rushed, or dismissive of hazards.

Dependable Follow-Through

• A dependable individual who takes ownership, follows through, and can be counted on to do what they say they will do.

• Someone who remains steady and accountable when priorities shift, interruptions occur, or the workday does not go as planned.

Adaptable Learning Mindset

• Adapts to changing equipment, systems, tools, processes, and operational priorities.

• Applies judgment and common sense when learning new information, using digital tools, or working through unclear equipment issues.

• Remains open to feedback and reasonable changes while balancing new information with practical experience.

Cooperative Work Style

• A practical, respectful, low-drama teammate who can work with others without creating unnecessary friction.

• Someone who is approachable, willing to ask questions, and able to share information clearly when others need it.

Quality-Focused Pride

• A person who takes pride in careful, correct, and dependable work.

• Someone who cares about lasting results and understands that quality work affects coworkers, equipment, and the broader operation.

Computer Skills:

• Use basic computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, for work-related communication and documentation.

• Learn and use maintenance-related systems, including the Shires system, to review, update, or document maintenance work.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manufacturing Environment: The role is performed in a plant-based manufacturing setting and may involve work near production equipment, mechanical systems, moving machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, welding or fabrication activities, and other maintenance-related work areas. Work may involve exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, chemicals, or fast-paced operating conditions depending on the facility and assignment.

• Body Movement & Posture: Work may involve standing or walking for extended periods; bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, crawling, or reaching; climbing stairs or ladders; working from elevated areas; and positioning oneself to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, install, align, or maintain equipment, including in confined or restricted spaces.

• Manual Dexterity & Handling: The role may require using hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, assemble, adjust, or secure objects; operating tools, machinery, precision measuring instruments, welding and fabrication equipment, rigging equipment, pipe fitting tools, and maintenance-related systems with accuracy and control.

• Strength & Lifting: Maintenance work may involve lifting and carrying tools, parts, components, hoses, fittings, rigging materials, and related equipment, often in the range of 25–50 lbs.; pushing or pulling carts, pallets, or equipment; and adjusting body movement to safely handle or position materials during repair, installation, lubrication, inspection, and preventive maintenance activities.

• Sensory Requirements: Work may require near and far visual acuity to read gauges, measurements, work orders, equipment manuals, Safety Data Sheets, system information, and printed or digital records; hearing alarms, instructions, or machinery sounds; and maintaining awareness of surroundings, including peripheral activity near equipment or moving machinery.

• Cognitive & Environmental Factors: The role may require maintaining focus in noisy, changing, or fast-paced environments; performing tasks independently or as part of a team; following established safety procedures; using required PPE; and applying safe work practices related to mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, welding, rigging, and lockout/tagout activities.

• Computer and System Use: The role may involve using general communication tools and maintenance-related systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Shires system, to document, communicate, or review work-related information.

Kingspan is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.