Maintenance Engineer

Colgate; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 86,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Basic life insurance

Paid parental leave

Disability coverage

401(k) with company matching

15 vacation/PTO days

13 paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a Maintenance Engineer in Sanford, Maine, to drive reliability and performance across production, utilities, and facility equipment. You will design proactive maintenance strategies, analyze data to reduce downtime, and lead CI initiatives that improve site safety and efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 3+ years in maintenance or plant engineering, with hands-on CMMS/SAP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance, reliability, or plant engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience managing preventive maintenance programs using SAP or equivalent Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)/CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-wide proactive maintenance programs using CMMS to optimize equipment reliability, reduce unplanned downtime, and enforce EHS and product quality compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement (CI) initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM to increase packaging line efficiency and yield.
• Manage FMEA and RCM processes to refine preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Implement predictive maintenance technologies, including vibration and oil analysis, to identify and resolve chronic equipment issues.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to manage spare parts inventory and support shop floor 5S standards.

Skills

Maintenance

Reliability

CMMS

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

CMMS

EAM

Job description

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 2006, we made our mark making natural products like toothpaste and deodorant. But what is most important to us? We work to make positive change by doing good and you’ll see that focus in our products, our partnerships, and our people.

We strive to make products that are good for us and good for the planet. We are experts at combining scientific know-how with naturally derived and sourced ingredients to make products that really work.

We donate 10% of our profits to nonprofits addressing issues facing our health, our environment and our kids. Our employees are encouraged to use 5% of their paid time volunteering in their local community. And as a Certified B corporation we are held to the highest social and environmental standards. So you know if we say something is important, we're doing something about it.

A career at Tom’s is one that encourages teamwork, flexibility, and big ideas that help us do better. As a part of the Colgate-Palmolive family, we offer great opportunities for people looking for global experience through work that is challenging and always rewarding.

Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time

Posting Start Date: 10/16/26

On-site

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country

Job Number#176750 - Sanford, Maine, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will serve as the primary catalyst for operational reliability and performance across production, utilities, and facility equipment. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will design and implement proactive maintenance strategies, leverage equipment data to eliminate root-cause downtime, and maximize overall plant throughput. In this role, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives that directly influence site performance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Lead site-wide proactive maintenance programs by leveraging Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to optimize equipment reliability, reduce unplanned downtime, and enforce EHS and product quality compliance.

Drive continuous improvement (CI) initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies to increase packaging line efficiency and operational yield.

Manage Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) processes to refine preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.

Implement and manage predictive maintenance technologies, including vibration and oil analysis, to proactively identify and resolve chronic equipment issues.

Partner with cross-functional operations and planning teams to manage spare parts inventory, optimize asset life cycles, and support shop floor 5S standards.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.

Minimum of 3 years of maintenance, reliability, or plant engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Hands-on experience managing preventive maintenance programs using SAP or equivalent Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)/CMMS systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP), Certified Reliability Leader (CRL), or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

Working knowledge of predictive maintenance tools (e.g., vibration analysis, thermal imaging, or oil analysis) and OSHA/GMP compliance standards.

Strong track record of facilitating successful continuous improvement projects that delivered measurable productivity or uptime improvements.

Proven capability in data-driven decision making, root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone), and project prioritization in dynamic production environments.

Knowledge of PLC systems, industrial automation, and equipment lubrication best practices.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $86,000.00 - $121,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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