Hiring: Maintenance MRO Specialist Company: AAK Location: Louisville, KY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:42:20 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Accessibility About the job Experience: •150 years, to the windy coast where Sweden and Denmark meet. •2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment; exposure to maintenance or reliability functions a plus. Required Skills: •Orchestrate the complete evaluation, analysis, and restructuring of MRO storerooms to achieve optimal space utilization, accessibility, and operational efficiency. •Implement best-in-class storage solutions and layout design. •Develop and implement comprehensive inventory strategies for critical maintenance components. •Manage inventory to ensure 100% availability of critical spares while optimizing stocking levels for cost-effective operations (optimizing re-order points, quantities, and lead times). •Oversee the integrity of all MRO data within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS/ERP, e.g., Emaint). •Direct system upgrades, ensure accurate unit costing, and govern data entry protocols for all material transactions (receiving, storing, issuing). •Maintain strategic vendor relationships and service contracts in partnership with procurement •Obtain pricing and availability of components to ensure cost efficiency and timely delivery. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. •1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment; exposure to maintenance or reliability functions a plus. •Solid functional working knowledge of rotating equipment and mechanical systems, including pumps, gearboxes, motors, heat exchangers, and valves. •Operational familiarity with CMMS or other asset management systems for tracking maintenance activities and equipment history. •Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. •Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. •Career paths, training and development, e-learning and tuition reimbursement programs offer potential for you to progress your future career •Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire •Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500 •We match 100% of the first 3% you contribute to your 401(k), and 50% of the next 3% Compensation: •$89,000 - $100,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!