Maintenance Specialist

Litehouse Inc.; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Litehouse is seeking a passionate and strategic Maintenance Specialist to join our team in Lowell, MA. You will ensure efficient operation and upkeep of machinery, perform preventative maintenance, and troubleshoot advanced issues to minimize downtime in a manufacturing setting.

Collaborating with Maintenance Manager and cross-functional teams, you will evaluate procedures, train junior staff, and recommend upgrades to extend equipment life while maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 7+ years in advanced maintenance with a focus on troubleshooting and repair of industrial machinery.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; vocational/technical training is a plus.
• Strong understanding of plant equipment and ability to resolve issues independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating maintenance procedures and optimize maintenance programs.
• Perform routine inspections to prevent issues.
• Analyze and troubleshoot motors, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Execute preventative maintenance to improve equipment reliability and longevity.
• Collaborate withMaintenance Manager and team to address complex issues and improve processes.
• Coordinate with production and engineering to optimize equipment performance.
• Use manuals, blueprints, and diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues.
• Maintain records of equipment manuals, schematics, and maintenance logs.
• Provide detailed reports and recommendations for improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Equipment knowledge

Maintenance leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical/Vocational training

Job description

Litehouse is seeking an passionate and strategic Maintenance Specialist to join our team.

As Maintenance Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and upkeep of machinery and equipment within a manufacturing setting. This role involves advanced troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on a variety of mechanical systems. This role requires a strong understanding of various mechanical systems, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a commitment to ensuring a safe and well-functioning work environment. You will work collaboratively with a team of maintenance professionals to minimize downtime and optimize production processes.

What you will do

• Assists in the evaluation of maintenance procedures and initiates changes to optimize the maintenance program.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify and address potential issues before they become major problems.
• Analyze and perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs on a variety of machinery and equipment, including but not limited to, motors, conveyors, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Execute preventative maintenance tasks to ensure the reliability and longevity of equipment.
• Collaborate with maintenance team members to address complex issues and support larger maintenance projects. Work closely with Maintenance Manager and team members to share knowledge and improve overall maintenance processes.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment performance.
• Utilize technical manuals, blueprints, and diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of equipment manuals, schematics, and maintenance logs.
• Provide detailed reports on equipment performance, maintenance activities, and recommendations for improvements.
• Recommend upgrades or modifications to extend the lifespan of machinery.
• Provide guidance and training to junior maintenance staff or other relevant personnel.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure working environment.
• Identify and report potential safety hazards and contribute to the development of safety procedures.
• Must be able to work scheduled shifts and meet attendance requirements.

Qualifications (Required unless otherwise specified)

• 7+ years' experience in an advanced maintenance role, with a focus on troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational or technical training is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Know all the plant specific equipment and be able to independently resolve issues.
• Fill in for duties of Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Manager
• Lead and direct plant maintenance

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

We do not offer sponsorship

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

About Litehouse

Litehouse started in the Hope, Idaho restaurant of the Hawkins family 60 years ago. Since that time, we have become the leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips, sauces, herbs, and cheese, manufacturing these delicious products at our four U.S. facilities based in Michigan, Utah, Virginia, and Idaho. Litehouse offers its diverse portfolio of products through general retail, e-commerce, foodservice, deli, member stores, and value-added goods where Litehouse products are featured in meal and salad kits. We keep a strong commitment to our employees and the communities in which we operate. Our founders believed that all of the people who make Litehouse great deserve to benefit from its success. That is why they transferred 30% of the company's ownership to its employees in 2006 and 100% by 2014. Home-grown and home-sustained, we empower all members of our organization to spark the innovations and great new ideas that will propel us into the future. We work to provide our employee-owners opportunities to succeed. Our vision is to improve life one community, one table, and one bite at a time. Our pillars of operation are people, customer service, quality, and growth.

We do not offer sponsorship

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.