Maintenance Technician (175475)

Colgate Palmolive; Washington Court House (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company m­

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive Hill's Pet Nutrition in Washington Court House, Ohio seeks a Maintenance Technician to ensure production equipment reliability and safe operation. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and supporting changeovers with operators.

The role emphasizes safety compliance, quality, and continuous improvement as part of a cross-functional team. Candidates should have industrial maintenance experience and basic electrical/pneumatic knowledge.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant or an Associate’s Degree in a related field.
• 3+ years manufacturing experience
• Practical knowledge of basic maintenance shop equipment
• Problem assessment, problem solving and basic math skills
• Intermediate computer skills in Google suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Review electrical and pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair, and project work.
• Assist Operations and Engineering teams with root cause analysis to identify reasons for failures.
• Record test procedures and results and make recommendations for changes in procedures.
• Train and assist in the changeovers of automated equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PM planning

Root cause analysis

Electrical knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Technical certificate in industrial field

Tools

SAP

Maintenance systems

Google Sheets/Excel

Job description

Career Opportunities: Maintenance Technician (175475)

Requisition ID175475-Posted08/10/2026-Supply Chain/Manufacturing-United States-Ohio-Washington Court House-Hill's Pet Nutrition-No Travel

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#175475 - Washington Court House, Ohio, 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.

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician

Level:

Level 1

SAP Job Function:

Maintenance

Last Review:

April 2022

Approved by:

Supply Chain

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the effective operation, repair and changeovers of production equipment. The role also works with others to achieve factory business objectives of safety, equipment reliability, productivity, customer service, quality, cost and environmental protection. The primary accountabilities of the role include safety compliance, attaining high equipment reliability and uptime, equipment maintenance procedures, data collection, housekeeping, problem solving and continuous improvement as part of a work team.

The primary accountabilities of the role include troubleshoot, repair, and preventative maintenance as required to ensure equipment reliability; assist with root cause analysis to identify reasons for failures and breakdowns; review electrical and pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair and project work; and will work closely with the operators to support production and transfer skills to Operation Technicians.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

%

Task

• 15 Troubleshoots, repair and preventive maintenance (PM) as required to ensure equipment reliability.
• 15 Complete work orders as scheduled and documented in SAP in a timely manner.
• 10 Reviews equipment instructions, blueprints, electrical, and pneumatic schematics to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem, and possible solutions such as part redesign, substitution of material or parts, or re-engineering of parts or subassemblies.
• 10 Assists Operations and Engineering teams with root cause analysis to identify reasons for equipment failures and breakdowns.
• 5 Records test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and makes recommendations for changes in product or test method.
• 5 Fabricates machine parts as needed.
• 5 Works with teams and focus resources, planner scheduler and assures correct PM's are in SAP.
• 5 Helps maintain spare parts inventory and restocking inventory for the plant as needed.
• 5 Audits work order completion and effectiveness.
• 5 Trains and assists in the changeovers of automated equipment.
• 5 Accurately and fully completes all regulatory and compliance related documentation and procedures.
• 5 Participates in structured group or team activities related to line/area performance improvement e.g. autonomous maintenance (AM), housekeeping, problem solving etc.
• 5 Works with operators to support production and transfer skills to Operation technicians.
• 5 Understand and comply with Hill’s policies, safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety. Identify and report Food Safety issues to management.

100

Total Percent (not to exceed 100%)

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions.

Education/ Experience Requirements

• 1+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant or an Associate’s Degree in a related field
• 3+ years manufacturing experience
• Practical knowledge of basic maintenance shop equipment
• Problem assessment, problem solving and basic math skills
• Intermediate computer skills in Google suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Microsoft Excel

Preferred qualifications include:

• Technical certificate in an industrial related field
• 1+ years manufacturing or similar experience with an emphasis in industrial maintenance, mechanics and electronics
• Experience using electronic maintenance work order systems
• Previous SAP experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Previous similar manufacturing experience (food, pet food, pharmaceuticals)
• Ability to work an off-shift work schedule that includes weekends.

Expected Areas of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work on weekends.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, maintain and repair operating equipment during production and breakdowns.
• Review blueprints, project instructions, electrical & pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair or project work.
• Utilize maintenance shop equipment to include drill press, lathe, mill, welding, etc.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to bend, climb, crawl, and work in confined spaces, and work in hazardous condition spaces for up to twelve hours per day.

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions with temperature ranges from cold to hot and humid

Ability to use hazardous materials

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on continual basis

Complete tasks that require working with hands overhead

Use a stand-up or sit-down forklift, intermittently for up to twelve hours per day

Type, using a computer keyboard, intermittently for up to twelve hours per day

Walk unlimited distances each day.

Frequently walk up and down multiple levels of steps, multiple times a day, up to 8.5 levels - carrying tool bag, materials, or other supplies that weigh 25 lbs on average

Occasionally climb ladders or ledges, with tie-off equipment when required

Frequently bend at waist 90 degrees and flex at knees 120 degrees

Wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing, eye, foot and dust protection.

Frequently perform tasks in an environment that contains significant levels of dust

Perceive visual and audible alarms and telephones while wearing hearing protection

Receive and transmit information in person and by telephone communications

Teamwork and Collaboration

Teamwork and Collaboration

Effective Execution

Effective Execution

Analysis / Decision Making

Analysis / Decision Making

Managing Production

Managing Production

EHS and Quality Leadership

EHS and Quality Leadership

Supply Chain Systems and Analysis

Supply Chain Systems and Analysis

Cross Organizational Collaboration

Cross Organizational Collaboration

Managing with Respect Competencies

Communicate Effectively

Promotes Teamwork

Sets the Example

Working Relationships (Key partnerships and reporting relationships)

Does this position supervise: No

Maintenance Planner

On Shift Operations Technicians

Maintenance OTRs

Travel Requirements

Expected percentage of travel: Up to 5%

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $28.00 - $ 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.

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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.

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