Maintenance Specialist Staff

Goodyear; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodyear in Fayetteville, NC seeks a Maintenance Specialist to lead reliability initiatives and optimize plant performance. You will collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations to drive safe, cost-effective equipment improvements.

The role requires strong leadership, data analysis, and project coordination skills, plus experience in manufacturing environments and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 9+ years in multidisciplinary engineering/maintenance.
• 4+ years in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives and analyze performance issues to improve reliability and reduce costs.
• Identify underperforming equipment and implement corrective actions using data analysis.
• Assist with project activities including cost estimating, budget preparation, design reviews, installation, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and external service providers to ensure safe work practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Team development

Data analysis

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree or in lieu of degree 9+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database management tools

Computerized layout systems

Job description

The Maintenance Specialist Staff plays a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. This position leads equipment modification initiatives and supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of maintenance strategies across plant operations. The role partners with engineering, maintenance, operations, and external service providers to drive safe, cost-effective, and reliable equipment performance. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.Why This Role MattersLeads equipment modifications and maintenance initiatives that support safe, reliable, and compliant plant operations.Drives continuous improvement efforts that reduce costs, improve equipment performance, and enhance operational efficiency.Supports the achievement of production, reliability, and cost-control targets through effective maintenance systems and processes.Builds strong partnerships with internal teams and external contractors to ensure best-in-class maintenance practices and safe work execution.What You Will DoLead and support continuous improvement initiatives, analyze equipment and product performance issues, and recommend solutions to improve reliability and reduce costs.Identify unacceptable equipment performance and implement corrective actions using technical expertise and data analysis.Assist with project activities including cost estimating, budget preparation, project justification, design review, installation, and commissioning.Research and evaluate new equipment, systems, and technologies to advance plant operations and maintenance effectiveness.Support environmental, health, safety, and regulatory compliance through maintenance strategy reviews and cross-functional collaboration.Participate in contractor management activities and ensure compliance with safe work practices, standard operating procedures, and site requirements.What We're Looking ForBachelor's degree or in lieu of degree 9 + years of experience working with multidisciplinary engineering/maintenance associates.4+ years of experience working with engineering and maintenance associates in an industrial or manufacturing environment.Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a collaborative team environment.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, computerized layout systems, and database management tools.Strong leadership, communication, organizational, team development, and project coordination skills.Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and welding applications with a strong commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.#LI-NA3Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 48 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporateIf you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.