#jobalert | DIRECT HIRE | SENIOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | MANUFACTURING [KCMO]
This position involves maintaining and repairing complex machinery in a high-speed manufacturing environment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal equipment performance. The role contributes to efficient production of consumer goods packaging components, supporting operational reliability and team development. It provides opportunities for technical leadership, skill advancement through mentoring, and involvement in continuous improvement initiatives in a stable, growing industry.
Anticipated salary: $34-$36/hour.
Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, HSA.
Current needs are 2nd & 3rd Shifts
Responsibilities
Respond to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance, including vibration analysis and PM compliance.
Mentor junior technicians and apprentices, providing on-the-job training.
Support TPM activities, training operators and participating in kaizen events.
Lead root cause analyses and document findings in CMMS.
Assist with SMED/changeovers and continuous improvement projects.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field preferred.
Journeyman electrical or millwright certification strongly preferred.
11-15 years maintenance experience (or 7-10 with degree) in high-speed manufacturing.
Proficiency in legacy assembly equipment, CMMS (e.g., Hippo/MaintainX), and diagnostic tools.
Strong mechanical aptitude; ability to read schematics and PLC logic.
Physical ability to lift 75 lbs, work in confined spaces, and handle 24/7 shifts.