Production Technical Technician 2 or 3

About the role

Kanto Corporation is seeking an experienced Production Technical Technician 2 or 3 to support Kanto Corporation’s high-purity chemical manufacturing operations through hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment repair, and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain high-purity chemical production systems including wet chemical transfer, mixing systems, and container handling operations.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues to maintain uptime, throughput, and product quality.
• Perform and lead preventive and predictive maintenance; support mechanical integrity programs.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair pumps, valves, piping, and chemical handling equipment.
• Execute certification, recertification, and repair of ISO tanks, totes, and drums, including required testing and documentation.
• Assist with installation, startup, and commissioning of new processes and production equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, and operational performance.
• Work within process safety management (PSM) practices and support hazard identification, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with ISO and regulated manufacturing quality systems, maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical degree or certification preferred.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience maintaining chemical production equipment.
• Experience with chemical transfer, mixing, and bulk chemical handling systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with industrial mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, SOPs, and technical documentation.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work safely in production environments requiring PPE, including respirators.
• Certified or ability to be certified as a Hazardous Materials Technician as per 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(6)(iii).
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand/walk for long periods, and work in industrial environments.

Why Join Kanto

• Be a part of a mission-critical technical function that directly shapes production reliability and product quality.
• Contribute to a high-tech, safety-first environment.
• Collaborate across facilities, engineering, operations, and quality teams.
• Competitive compensation (with overtime eligibility), generous FTO, 10 paid holidays, robust medical/dental benefits, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for long-term career growth.