Maintenance Engineer

Webco Industries; Kellyville (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Comprehensive benefits

Meaningful work

People-focused culture

Stability and strength

Job summary

Webco Industries, Inc. is seeking a Weld Mill Maintenance Engineer in Oklahoma to support safe, reliable weld mill operations and improve maintenance systems.

The role partners with Maintenance, Production, and Engineering to reduce downtime and drive continuous improvement in line with Lean manufacturing and asset reliability. The candidate will monitor CMMS effectiveness, plan repairs around downtime, and lead capital projects for the weld mill.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities (3–6 month horizon).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of documenting technical info.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• High integrity and respect for team members.

Responsibilities

• Monitor CMMS effectiveness; analyze breakdowns and time to repair; suggest improvements.
• Plan and schedule repairs around downtime; ensure parts are ready.
• Improve preventive/predictive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with operators and technicians to promote safe repair practices.
• Lead or support maintenance training to improve performance.
• Serve as Project Manager for capital improvements in the weld mill.
• Coordinate outages and large repair activities with management.
• Manage spare parts inventory to ensure availability.
• Uphold safe work practices and safety policies.
• Oversee vendors and contractors for quality, safety, cost, and timeliness.
• Support stable production output and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

CMMS experience

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Weld Mill Maintenance Engineer

Role Purpose / Mission

The Weld Mill Maintenance Engineer supports safe, reliable, and efficient weld mill operations by improving maintenance systems, equipment reliability, and preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. This role partners with Maintenance, Production, and Engineering to reduce downtime, increase equipment availability, and drive continuous improvement aligned with Lean Manufacturing flow and asset reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the effectiveness of the CMMS by analyzing breakdown frequency, root causes, and time to repair; recommend improvements to maintenance strategies.
• Plan and schedule repairs around planned and unplanned equipment downtime. Have parts staged and ready to use when downtime becomes available.
• Evaluate and improve Preventive and Predictive Maintenance programs to reduce maintenance-related downtime and increase equipment reliability.
• Work with Production operators and Technicians to promote safe, disciplined, and effective repair methods.
• Lead or support training initiatives to improve maintenance performance, technical capability, and standard work practices.
• Serve as Project Manager for planned capital improvements, equipment upgrades, and reliability projects for the weld mill department.
• Coordinate with Production Manager and Maintenance Manager to schedule major outages, shutdowns, and large repair activities.
• Evaluate and manage spare parts inventory to ensure parts are available when needed.
• Set the standard for safe work practices and ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor vendors and contractors to ensure work quality, safety compliance, cost effectiveness, and timely completion.
• Partner with Production teams to maintain required output levels and support stable manufacturing flow.
• Communicate project status, equipment risks, and improvement progress to Maintenance Management and plant leadership.
• Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and reliability-focused continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist Engineering with implementation of new equipment, processes, and capacity improvements when required.

Required Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to apply engineering principles to maintenance challenges
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with a planning horizon of 3–6 months
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical documentation
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional project teams
• High standards of integrity and respect for team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Technology
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance environments
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Experience with CMMS systems and reliability-based maintenance programs

Typical Physical Demands

• Must be able to work a minimum of eight (8) hours per day; additional hours may be required based on plant needs.
• Requires full range of body motion including lifting, bending, twisting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, stooping, and squatting.
• Frequent walking and standing on concrete surfaces while wearing steel-toed footwear; may walk up to two (2) miles per shift.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• May require unassisted lifting of objects weighing between 5 and 50 pounds, with average lifts of approximately 34–37 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands for turning, twisting, gripping, and operating tools or equipment.
• Due to 24/7 plant operations, may work late shifts and may be called in outside normal working hours to address emergency situations.
• Must be able to work effectively under production deadlines and during emergency maintenance situations.
• Fast-paced work environment requiring the ability to manage stress and shifting priorities.

Typical Working Conditions

• Work time is divided between a temperature-controlled office environment and active manufacturing areas.
• Office environment is generally clean with typical office-related dust and air contaminants.
• Manufacturing environment includes regular exposure to loud and prolonged noise levels.
• Exposure to hot temperatures ranging from approximately 95°F to 110°F during summer months due to ambient conditions and heat from manufacturing processes.
• Exposure to cold temperatures during winter months depending on outside conditions.
• While in manufacturing areas, required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes hearing protection, safety glasses with side shields, and steel-toed work shoes.
• Exposure to industrial equipment, moving machinery, oils, lubricants, and typical manufacturing hazards.

What We Offer?

• Career Development: Opportunities to grow your leadership capabilities and advance your career.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Programs that support the health, well-being, and financial security of you and your family.
• Meaningful Work: Direct influence on plant reliability, team development, and operational success.
• People-Focused Culture: An environment built on safety, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Stability and Strength: A company with a long-term vision, strong market presence, and ongoing investment in people and operations.

Our Culture

Our success is guided by principles that empower people, protect what matters most, embrace change, expect the best, and create value. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are trusted to make decisions, solve problems, and grow their careers.

If you're looking for an organization that values Strength, Agility, Innovation, Trust, and Teamwork, you'll find a rewarding future at Webco.