Lead Maintenance Technician - PLCs, Automation, OEE

Westrock Coffee Company; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Westrock Coffee Company seeks a seasoned Maintenance Technician to support the Director of Maintenance in driving equipment reliability and OEE improvements on high-speed packaging lines.

You will diagnose, repair, and overhaul complex manufacturing and support equipment, lead preventive and predictive maintenance, and train team members to sustain a 'Like New' condition while minimizing downtime. Strong PLC/controls experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in industrial maintenance.
• Experience with 3-phase motors, gearboxes, bearings, sensors, pumps, and conveyors.
• Certificate as a CMT-2 through IMI within 6 months of placement.
• Ability to read prints, flowcharts, timing diagrams and schematics.
• Strong communication and ability to coach others.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, plan, and perform maintenance on complex equipment including PM, predictive, and corrective work.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to boost OEE, waste reduction, and safety.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, and vendors for maintenance activities.
• Train team to maintain equipment in like-new condition and minimize downtime.
• Operate with minimal supervision and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and regulatory procedures.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

3-phase motors

VFDs

Welding

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Reading schematics

Training others

Education

CMT-2 IMI certification

Welding certification

CMRT certification (preferred)

Industrial Electrician Certification (preferred)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

Job description

Westrock Coffee Company seeks a seasoned Maintenance Technician to support the Director of Maintenance in driving equipment reliability and OEE improvements on high-speed packaging lines.

You will diagnose, repair, and overhaul complex manufacturing and support equipment, lead preventive and predictive maintenance, and train team members to sustain a 'Like New' condition while minimizing downtime. Strong PLC/controls experience is valued.