Sr. Maintenance Technician

Advastar, Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 46,838 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

HSA

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Kansas City is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician who will be responsible for maintaining and repairing complex machinery to ensure optimal performance. This role demands strong mechanical aptitude and will involve providing mentorship to junior technicians, supporting maintenance activities, and engaging in continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should possess significant experience in high-speed manufacturing and relevant certifications. This position offers a competitive salary and robust benefits including health insurance and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• 11-15 years of maintenance experience (or 7-10 with degree) in high-speed manufacturing.
• Proficiency in diagnostic tools essential.
• Physical ability to lift 75 lbs and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and diagnose mechanical issues.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Mentor junior technicians and apprentices on-the-job.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Proficiency in legacy assembly equipment

Ability to read schematics and PLC logic

Diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues

Mentoring junior technicians

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance

Journeyman electrical or millwright certification

Tools

CMMS (Hippo/MaintainX)

Job description

#jobalert | DIRECT HIRE | SENIOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | MANUFACTURING [KCMO]

This position involves maintaining and repairing complex machinery in a high-speed manufacturing environment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal equipment performance. The role contributes to efficient production of consumer goods packaging components, supporting operational reliability and team development. It provides opportunities for technical leadership, skill advancement through mentoring, and involvement in continuous improvement initiatives in a stable, growing industry.

• Anticipated salary: $34-$36/hour.
• Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, HSA.
• Working 2-2-3 schedule (12 hours shifts), every other weekend off (3 days)

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance, including vibration analysis and PM compliance.
• Mentor junior technicians and apprentices, providing on-the-job training.
• Support TPM activities, training operators and participating in kaizen events.
• Lead root cause analyses and document findings in CMMS.
• Assist with SMED/changeovers and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field preferred.
• Journeyman electrical or millwright certification strongly preferred.
• 11-15 years maintenance experience (or 7-10 with degree) in high-speed manufacturing.
• Proficiency in legacy assembly equipment, CMMS (e.g., Hippo/MaintainX), and diagnostic tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; ability to read schematics and PLC logic.
• Physical ability to lift 75 lbs, work in confined spaces, and handle 24/7 shifts.

Keywords

Senior Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance, TPM, CMMS, PLC Troubleshooting, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic Repairs, Legacy Equipment

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