ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and manage maintenance practices and procedures (preventive, predictive, and repair).

• Monitor, react to, and report key maintenance metrics and indicators.

• Develop and manage continuous improvement projects in regard to equipment, processes, and facility.

• Management and coordination of equipment installations (new and refurbishment).

• Management and supervision of Maintenance/Automation team personnel.

• Coordination and communication of maintenance activities with Plant Manager and site senior staff.

• Training and evaluation of maintenance personnel to meet current and future needs.

• Demonstration and assurance of safe work practices by maintenance personnel and contractors.

• Travel periodically between sites for training and assistance.

• Knowledge and practice of Hutchinson’s Health, Safety, and Environmental policies, procedures, and requirements.

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Yes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The employee must have good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with maintenance staff, outside contractors, vendors, suppliers, and personnel from other company departments.  The employee must be capable of supervising, directing, and training maintenance personnel. Attention to detail and accuracy. Employee must understand the role and function of the maintenance organization in a manufacturing environment. 

EDUCATION &/or EXPERIENCE:

The employee will have an engineering/technical degree, recognized technical expertise (licensed journeyman or master), or equivalent technical background.  The employee must have a minimum of 5 years' experience working in industrial maintenance or engineering.  Employee will have technical experience in mechanical systems, electrical systems, fluid power (pneumatic and hydraulic), and industrial controls.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Basic math and problem-solving skills required for measurement, scheduling, and tracking metrics.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Must have good computer skills with a working knowledge of email, MS Excel, MS Word, and MVP Data Systems (CMMS). 

REASONING ABILITY:

The employee must have the ability to define problems, draw valid conclusions, and determine a proper course of action.  The employee must be able to implement necessary solutions with little or no direct supervision adhering to company policies and practices.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; walk; bend; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; work with a computer; and regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, to climb, and to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The employee will work regularly between an office, a maintenance shop, and a manufacturing environment where the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) will be required including safety glasses, steel toed shoes with metatarsal guards, and hearing protection. The employee may also be required to use a face shield, protective gloves and sleeves, fall protection harness, and hardhat depending upon assigned work tasks.

What We Offer: 

Competitive Compensation 

• Enjoy an attractive salary that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions. 

Comprehensive Health Benefits 

• Choose from a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance options to fit your needs and those of your family. 

Company-Paid Coverage 

• We provide company-sponsored Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance, with the option to enhance your coverage through buy-up plans. 

Generous Paid Time Off 

• Recharge with competitive PTO policies that support your personal time, holidays, and overall well-being. 

Retirement Planning 

• Prepare for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan, featuring an employer match to help you grow your savings 

Global Opportunities & Local Impact 

• Be part of a company that offers international collaboration and local empowerment, giving you the chance to make a real impact while building a global career. 

Hutchinson is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Hutchinson believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Employment at Hutchinson is based on merit, competence, and qualifications, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for training and advancement for all employees. Hutchinson is also committed to making our application process accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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