Sr Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Gorilla Glue has been recognized as a top place to work for 16 years in a row, thanks to our commitment to creating a supportive and engaged workplace culture. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and other perks and incentives to ensure our employees feel valued and supported. Joining the Gorilla Glue family means being part of a team passionate about building strong brands and promoting a culture of excellence.

About the role

As a Senior Maintenance Technician, you will repair and maintain all production and facility equipment, perform project work, and demonstrate a high regard for safety in performing any tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot production equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
• Perform and improve preventive maintenance (PM) routines to reduce recurring issues and downtime.
• Develop and execute plans to minimize equipment and facility downtime.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow 5S standards in the maintenance shop.
• Operate material handling equipment, including scissor and articulating man lifts, as needed.
• Use CMMS to manage PMs, work orders, and parts inventory.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Leadership to track equipment performance, identify trends, and implement TPM strategies.
• Support packaging operations and prototype development.
• Perform facility maintenance (HVAC, lighting, water, electrical systems).
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support, training, and guidance to maintenance staff and production teams.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory programs (e.g., LOTO, PIT, Arc Flash, Confined Space).
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and customer-focused maintenance.
• Perform emergency repairs to minimize production impact.
• At times, work an adjusted schedule to support team members or plant operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates degree in a related field (electrical, mechanical) or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years related manufacturing maintenance experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be goal oriented, confident, outgoing, and able to work well under pressure and succeed within a competitive environment.
• Demonstrate good judgment and the ability to work independently with effective initiative.
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel).
• Able to do light fabrication with metal and wood.
• Read Electrical, Mechanical, and Pneumatic prints.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills in PLCs, VFD’s, Servo’s, Electrical, Mechanical, and pneumatic systems for production machinery and support equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Dedication to development and seeking out training for self and the team.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the facility and organization.
• Continuous improvement experience required.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stoop, reach, bend, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, and see.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision such as reading handwritten or typed material and the ability to focus.
• Must be mobile and able to transfer from building to building.

Company Values

• Have fun, be passionate and show it!
• Act with integrity and respect in all relationships.
• Communicate openly and appreciate the effort of others.
• Embrace knowledge, growth, and change.
• Strive for excellence in what we do every day!

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Perks and incentives