KVI


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PEOPLE MATTER

                                   QUALITY FIRST

                                                              INTEGRITY ALWAYS

At KVI we’ve created a unique company culture based on our relentless pursuit of excellence. We recruit for fit to this culture. We drive this culture daily. What our customers get from it as a result, is a competitive team like no other. Our performance results prove it. It’s what we believe in. It’s how we serve our customers. It’s our Keys to Success!

KVI is a leader in the Aerospace and Medical Device marketplace. We are seeking talented, innovative, high spirited, and motivated people to fulfill our Company Mission. If you enjoy creating things and have a strong work ethic, this may be the right position for you. We offer competitive compensation for highly qualified applicants and great benefits . We offer an excellent collaborative work environment that is clean with hi tech equipment.  We offer manufacturing training programs.  Our company culture speaks for itself.

Initiative, good character and a complimentary fit are important to us. The cornerstone of our company culture is our extraordinary people dedicated to delivering outstanding services to our customer. At KVI: People Matter, Quality First, Integrity Always.

Here are some of the Advantages to being a TEAM Member at KVI:

  1. A strong Organizational Culture defined by ‘36 KVI Keys for Success.’ 

    1. Visit http://www.kvi-med.com/employee/ 

    2.        http://www.kvi-med.com/ (Scroll down to ‘The KVI Keys To Success’ to see all our KEYS.)

      1. Scroll down further to ‘Awesome EMPLOYEES’ and view current Employee Testimonials.

    3. You can check out www.kvi-aero.com

  2. Market (+)  Wages and Benefits

  3. Clean, Organized, environmentally controlled Facility.

  4. A Place where you can GROW professionally and personally:

    1. Modern Equipment with automation capabilities provides our employees the latest technology to learn and excel to improve their bottom line.

    2. Company provided on-going training and identifies new opportunities for training:

      1. On-Line

      2. On-Site

    3. KVI Training Program & Registered Apprenticeship  Program run by KVI Director of Training

    4. Be a part of a team where you can learn and contribute. Our average Industry experience is over 28 years.

  5. KVI of the Future Program.  A professionally facilitated program that listens to our KVI Millennial Generation Team. They address Attracting and Retaining Millennial talent as well as focus on modern technology that KVI needs to be aware of and implement to stay competitive.  We teach manufacturing business concepts and work together with management to solve company issues

  6. KVI Legacy Team – Our mature journeyman group that oversees and implements changes to our training documentation.  They also meet 6X per year to define training opportunities, knowledge transfer items and also to discuss and solve company issues.

  7. The RIGHT TOOLS available when you need them.

  8.  Your Voice is heard by:

    1. Weekly KVI Keys Meetings

    2. Open Door to the Top Policy

  9. Annual Employee Evaluations and regular Feedback.

  10. KVI: Where People Matter, Quality First, Integrity Always is what we LIVE!

  11. Be a part of a TEAM that succeeds where others fail. [Based on (2) independent studies by Wharton Business School

   12. Apprenticeship if offered to Qualified Candidates thru the NTMA Apprenticeship Program (NTAP)

Our firm is a successful, growing, ultra high precision, and quality driven CNC machining facility. We are AS-9100, ISO-9000 and ISO-13485 Certified. The work environment is fast paced, challenging, rewarding and exciting. We rely on individual integrity and a strong work ethic to provide the attitude and skills needed to satisfy our customers in a very demanding marketplace.

We offer excellent pay, a bright/clean & modern shop with some of the newest machine tools available in our marketplace. You can become a valuable part of this organization.

KVI is subject to numerous DoD and ITAR regulations, accordingly, Applicants will be subject to a thorough background check and drug-testing.

Please email your resume, references and salary history.



Founded:  1977 Headquartered:  Huntingdon Valley, PA Contact:  Eric Wilhelm
Phone:  (215) 322-4044 Website:  www.kv-inc.com
Industrial Maintenance
Location:
1458 County Line Road
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
United States of America
Department:
Operations
Full/Part Time:
Workplace Type:
Years of Experience:
2 - 5 Years
Level of Education:
High School Diploma
Shift:

Description:

Primary Responsibilities: 

To perform preventative, predictive, general and emergency maintenance on various production and facilities equipment and systems which includes all machinery & mechanical equipment, HVAC and electrical systems, and plumbing in the plant; and will assist with the installation, movement and disassembly of machinery and equipment. This person will interface and work with outside vendors.  

Essential Duties: 

1.      I am paid to Think!

2.      Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, and production machines.

3.      Follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.

4.      Troubleshoot malfunctions and locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.

5.      Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.

6.      Control downtime by informing appropriate personnel of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.

7.      Maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders if appropriate; verifying receipt.

8.      Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.

9.      Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.

10.  Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Employ the strategies of LEAN and 5S.

11.  Work with outside contractors when necessary.

12.  Other duties as assigned.

13.  Perform Custodial and Maintenance Activities

14.  Implement new equipment installations.

15.  Manage ISO Level II Processes related to Preventative Maintenance (Equipment & Facilities

16.  Create and implement training plans for Equipment and Facilities Maintenance.

 

 

Secondary Duties: 

1.      Supports Quality Assurance for deployment, maintenance and implementation of ISO Quality Systems.

Physical Demands: 

Physical Demands:  The employee is required to:
-           stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
-           exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
-           exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or
-           exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

 

Licenses Required: None

 

Visual Acuity:  Near acuity and accommodation are required for reading machine dial gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of parts.

Hearing Ability:  Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action.

 

Working Conditions:  the employee is subject to:

-           high noise levels from operating machines
-           physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts
-           breathing fumes, dust and mist
-           skin exposure to oils and cutting fluid

 

The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws

Skills:

Education/Skill/Experience Required: 

Five to ten years hands on experience in related manufacturing field: Industrial Maintenance Technician, Toolmaker, CNC Machinist, CNC Swiss, CNC Programmer, Engineering degree or related mix of experience and education subject to KVI's determination of applicability.

Confidentiality

A Restrictive Covenant Agreement must be executed for this position.  Confidentiality of all KVI business matters is a professional responsibility within the scope of the job description. Confidential information is not to be disclosed to any person, party or organization inside or outside KVI, except KVI office management.  Confidential information is including, but not limited to, customers, vendors, policies, operational methods, technical processes, know how, trade secrets, pricing affairs of KVInc., Delivery Reports, Open Order Reports, financial reports, financial data, and other business affairs of KVInc.

 



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