Sr. Maintenance Technician- Nights (Rotating 2-2-3 Schedule)

Alternate Locations: Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie®, and Yankee Candle® — and 24,000 teammates worldwide.

About the role

The Sr. Maintenance Technician will service, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment. They will collaborate with the manufacturing team to achieve success and foster knowledge growth within the Maintenance Team.

Responsibilities

• Performs monthly preventative maintenance as directed by Supervisor.
• Performs repairs and general maintenance in all areas of the manufacturing plant.
• Aids in upkeep of parts and supplies inventory.
• Observes plant safety rules and helps identify and eliminate safety hazards.
• Assists in monitoring the quality of work output and maintenance procedures.
• Cooperates with Supervisor to complete jobs in a time- and cost-effective manner.
• Collaborates with other departments to expedite repairs of down equipment.
• Assists in conducting operations to meet cost standards for materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintains a neat and orderly working area and assists other departments with cleanliness and organization.
• Reports problems or concerns to their direct Supervisor and maintains good working relations with all employees.
• Exemplifies teamwork to ensure success of organizational goals and metrics.
• Brings ideas to light for possible usage in factory functions.
• Actively engages in key projects such as equipment install, line re-design, kaizen-driven improvements, and other initiatives.
• Ensures no direct threat to health, safety, or property.
• Requires regular attendance to perform essential duties.
• Performs individual assignments as directed by management.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, corporation, and community.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in machine repair and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Safety-first approach, following all safety rules and guidelines.
• Knowledge and aptitude to troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs.
• Demonstrates company values: integrity, teamwork, ownership, leadership, and passion for winning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related Technical Degree.
• Licensing in Electrical, Welding, or related field.
• Miscellaneous Maintenance/Mechanical/Electronics trade school.
• Journeyman Electrician certification.
• Experience with LEAN application, including 5S and SMED principles.
• Experience working within a TPM program.

Skills

• Understanding of mechanical workings of a variety of production equipment.
• Ability to repair and install machinery.
• Ability to prioritize projects and flexibility to deal with interruptions.
• Ability to analyze problems and make independent judgments for corrective action.

Schedule

Nights (6pm–6am) on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Standing and walking approximately 90% of work time.
• Ability to work overtime or occasionally on weekends with short notice.
• Willingness to work all/any shifts.
• Typical plant/manufacturing environment with concrete floors and moving equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.