Oversees all machinery and facility maintenance operations while providing secondary support to plant management. Manages the maintenance team, ensures equipment reliability, and serves as a technical mentor and trainer for maintenance personnel.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and supervise maintenance staff, including hiring, training, development, and disciplinary actions
Coordinate daily maintenance activities such as PMs, breakdown response, repairs, and parts inventory
Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform repairs, including identifying/fabricating replacement components
Execute preventative maintenance schedules, equipment calibration, and safety checks
Provide guidance to production staff on machine operation, safety practices, and best-use standards
Perform facility maintenance including plumbing, electrical, and structural modifications
Manage parts purchasing within spending authority and ensure cost-effective sourcing
Dismantle/reassemble machinery including motors, conveyor systems, flexo folder gluers, presses, banders, bundlers, and printing machinery
Implement and enhance safety systems, conduct safety audits, ensure compliance with LOTO and guarding standards
Fabricate structural modifications for improved safety and operational efficiency
Perform light trailer maintenance and basic equipment upkeep
Support plant operations and assist in continuous improvement initiatives
Full-time role in a manufacturing plant/warehouse environment
Required Skills & Competencies:
Strong verbal communication and critical thinking capabilities
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and operate effectively with limited direction
Proficient in reading/interpreting manuals, specs, and technical instructions
Basic math proficiency with accurate measurement capabilities
Desired Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of machine maintenance experience
Minimum 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
Certified forklift operator
Proficient in welding