Maintenance Coordinator

Lubrizol Corporation; Avon Lake (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus plans

401(k) match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays and vacation

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation in Avon Lake, OH is seeking a Maintenance Coordinator to drive safe, reliable maintenance execution. You will coordinate people, resources and priorities to maximize equipment performance and minimize downtime, partnering with operations, reliability, and engineering teams across the site.

You will develop daily and weekly maintenance plans, provide technical guidance to technicians, support RCA investigations, monitor OAU and OEE metrics, and help advance continuous

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of hands-on maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience coordinating maintenance activities and reliability initiatives.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, P&IDs, and process diagrams.
• Proficiency with SAP maintenance systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute maintenance safely and in compliance with site rules.
• Coordinate and prioritize work to improve reliability and uptime.
• Identify recurring issues and support RCA investigations.
• Monitor OAU and OEE metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop daily/weekly maintenance schedules and provide guidance to technicians.
• Support capital projects and coordinate external contractors as needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

SAP proficiency

Reading P&IDs

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full-time / On-site

Shift + Hours: 1st Shift (6am - 2pm or 7am - 3pm)

How You’ll Make an Impact

As a Maintenance Coordinator, you'll play a critical role in keeping our operation running safely, reliably, and efficiently. In this highly visible position, you'll be the driving force behind maintenance execution, coordinating people, resources, and priorities in order to maximize equipment performance and minimize downtime. Every day, you'll collaborate with operations, engineering, reliability, and maintenance teams to solve complex challenges, improve asset performance, and support the continuous improvement initiatives that power our manufacturing success. If you're energized by problem-solving, leading through influence, and making a measurable impact on plant performance, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of our operation while advancing your own technical and leadership capabilities.

In this role you’ll:

Champion a culture of safety excellence by ensuring maintenance activities are planned and executed responsibly and in compliance with site safety requirements.

Coordinate and prioritize maintenance work that improves equipment reliability, asset utilization, and production uptime.

Partner with operations, reliability, and engineering teams to identify recurring equipment issues and support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations.

Monitor performance metrics such as Overall Asset Utilization (OAU) and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and help implement continuous improvement opportunities.

Collaborate with planners to facilitate the timely availability of maintenance materials and parts.

Develop and communicate daily and weekly maintenance schedules to optimize workforce efficiency and equipment reliability.

Provide technical guidance and problem-solving support to maintenance technicians and operations personnel.

Support capital projects by identifying improvement opportunities, providing business justification, and assisting with commissioning and start-up activities.

Coordinate and oversee specialized maintenance work performed by external contractors as needed.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Five or more years of hands-on maintenance experience in an industrial environment, preferably within chemical processing or manufacturing operations.

Demonstrated experience coordinating maintenance activities and successfully executing reliability-focused initiatives.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, process flow diagrams, and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and SAP maintenance systems.

Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and troubleshooting skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple functions.

Ability to assess, develop, and coach employee technical capabilities.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands in a dynamic environment.

Commitment to continuous learning and adapting to evolving technologies and maintenance practices.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

Associate degree or technical certification in maintenance, industrial technology, engineering technology, or related field.

Previous supervisory, team leadership, or maintenance coordination experience in an industrial setting.

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods

Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided

Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment

Occasional lifting or movement of materials

Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans

401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Career and professional growth

Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you.

Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think bold, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.

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