Multi-Skilled Maintenance Tech I

About the role

Through the continuing ingenuity, dedication and superior service of our employees through the years, Potters has grown into a $400 million global business. With approximately 900 employees contributing to our success every day in 30 production facilities located in 14 countries around the world.

Position overview: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all production and facility equipment in a paint manufacturing environment. This role supports both small-batch production (R&D custom blends, specialty coatings) and large-scale manufacturing (standard traffic paint, high volume runs), requiring flexibility, strong troubleshooting skills, and ability to work across a wide range of equipment types and production systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on:
  • High-speed dispensers and mixers
  • Piping, pumps, valves and transfer systems
  • Filling, packaging, and drum/tote handling systems
  • Compressors, HVAC and plant utilities
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues
• Replace and rebuild components such as: air-operated diaphragm pumps, belts, pneumatic cylinders, seals, bearings, motors, and gearboxes.
• Small‑Batch/Flexible Production Support:
  • Support frequent product changeovers, cleanouts, and reconfigurations.
  • Assist in rapid troubleshooting during short production runs and R & D trials
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs and service records.
• Maintain high‑throughput production systems with minimal downtime and support continuous or long‑run batching and filling operations
• Execute and improve facility wide preventative maintenance programs.
• Respond quickly to downtime in both fast‑changing and steady‑state environments
• Perform root cause analysis on recurrent equipment issues.
• Recommend improvements to increase uptime, efficiency, and safety
• Assist in equipment upgrades, installations, and plant expansion projects
• Maintain plant infrastructure including:
  • Electrical systems and motor controls
  • Compressed air systems
  • Environmental and waste handling systems
  • Support general building maintenance as needed
• Follow all OSHA and plant safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), Confined space, Working from heights and Hot Work
• Ensure safe handling of paints, resins, solvents, and additives
• Maintain compliance with environmental and safety regulations

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/GED – Technical training or associate degree preferred
• Work experience: 3+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing (paint, chemical, coatings, or similar preferred). Experience with pumps, mixers, pipe fitting and rotating equipment. Some welding/fabrication experience preferred.

Skills

• General knowledge of plumbing and pipe fitting techniques.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and motor controls.
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Benefits

• Full benefit package
• Competitive 401K
• Paid time off