Why join us?

Knoll uses modern design to connect people to their work, their lives, their world. Since 1938, we have been recognized internationally for creating workplace and residential furnishings that inspire, evolve, and endure.

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Knoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Knoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs advanced mechanical breakdown and preventive maintenance (PM) that includes inspection, repair, and revision of complex/sophisticated plant machinery/mechanisms and manufacturing equipment.Enhances/improves machine utilization to insure process repeatability, uptime and reduce change over and set-up times.Performs breakdown maintenance by troubleshooting, repairing and documenting.Partners with management, engineering and vendors regarding new machinery/equipment selection, specifications, set-up and operator training.May act in a lead capacity and provide direction to other employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Actively participates and contributes to machine and process design and improvements.Actively supports all environmental and recycling efforts including the disposal of hazardous materials.May need to be HAZMAT certified.Adheres to all corporate and department safety guidelines and procedures.Attends and may conduct safety training classes to keep current.Aids in the design, assembly, and/or fabrication of all types of equipment and special machines.Contributes to plant layout to facilitate the moves, relocation, and installation of plant machinery and manufacturing equipment.Documents repair, set-ups, maintenance, PM and safety procedures to insure equipment reliability, quality control and improve overall operation of equipment.Inspects, adjusts, programs, and repairs machinery/mechanisms and equipment according to work assigned.Insures the working area, tools and equipment are maintained in a clean, organized and safe manner.Performs installation of, makes alterations to, and rebuilds plant machinery and manufacturing equipment.Recommends and is involved in systems and machine modifications with management and engineering.Recommends spare parts for inventory to provide equipment reliability.Required to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.Responsible for mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic work on equipment.Works with Engineering, Production, and Quality to insure effective and timely machine changeovers and set-ups.Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.Additional Essential Functions

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience - Not Parsed

Licenses and Certifications / Skills and Abilities

High school diploma or equivalent education required.Must have a U.S. Department of Labor Journeyman's card in the mechanical repair field.Must have a valid driver's license.Ability to obtain a Herman Miller, Inc. forklift, aerial platform or other equipment operator's license.Must be able to perform all essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.Additional Skills and Abilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsMust be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire everyone. Knoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at  careers_help@millerknoll.com.