Sr Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

The Gorilla Glue Company; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits

Top Workplace recognition

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Gorilla Glue Company is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain production and facility equipment, while performing TPM project work. This role emphasizes safety and adherence to critical regulatory programs as you support operations in Cincinnati.

You will lead maintenance tasks, troubleshoot PLC and electrical systems, and collaborate with the team to minimize downtime, while upholding 5S and continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related field (electrical or mechanical) or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years related manufacturing maintenance experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work under pressure in a competitive environment and demonstrate good judgment.
• Read Electrical, Mechanical, and Pneumatic prints.
• Excellent trouble shooting skills in PLCs, VFDs, Servo’ s, Electrical, Mechanical and pneumatic systems.
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Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot production equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
• Perform and improve preventive maintenance (PM) routines to reduce recurring issues and downtime.
• Develop and execute plans to minimize equipment and facility downtime.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow 5S standards in the maintenance shop.
• Operate material handling equipment, including scissor and articulating man lifts, as needed.
• Use CMMS to manage PMs, work orders, and parts inventory.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Leadership to track equipment performance, identify trends, and implement TPM strategies.
• Support packaging operations and prototype development.
• Perform facility maintenance (HVAC, lighting, water, electrical systems).
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support, training, and guidance to maintenance staff and production teams.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory programs (e.g., LOTO, PIT, Arc Flash, Confined Space).
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and customer-focused maintenance.
• Perform emergency repairs to minimize production impact.
• At times, will need to work an adjusted schedule to support team members or the plant operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance expertise

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical & mechanical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Associates degree in electrical or mechanical field

Tools

CMMS

PLC programming

VFDs

Pneumatic systems

MS Office

Job description

What’s in it for you?

Gorilla Glue has been recognized as a top place to work for 16 years in a row, thanks to our commitment to creating a supportive and engaged workplace culture. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and other perks and incentives to ensure our employees feel valued and supported.

What’s in it for you?

Gorilla Glue has been recognized as a top place to work for 16 years in a row, thanks to our commitment to creating a supportive and engaged workplace culture. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and other perks and incentives to ensure our employees feel valued and supported.

Joining the Gorilla Glue family means being part of a team passionate about building strong brands and promoting a culture of excellence. As an employee, you'll be able to help create high-quality products and build brands that people love. Join us in an inspiring workplace where you can belong, grow, and make a difference.

Summary Description

Senior Maintenance Technician will repair/maintain all production/facility equipment and perform project work. This position demonstrates a high regard for safety in performing any tasks.

What will your day look like?

• Maintain and troubleshoot production equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
• Perform and improve preventive maintenance (PM) routines to reduce recurring issues and downtime.
• Develop and execute plans to minimize equipment and facility downtime.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow 5S standards in the maintenance shop.
• Operate material handling equipment, including scissor and articulating man lifts, as needed.
• Use CMMS to manage PMs, work orders, and parts inventory.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Leadership to track equipment performance, identify trends, and implement TPM strategies.
• Support packaging operations and prototype development.
• Perform facility maintenance (HVAC, lighting, water, electrical systems).
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support, training, and guidance to maintenance staff and production teams.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory programs (e.g., LOTO, PIT, Arc Flash, Confined Space).
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and customer-focused maintenance.
• Perform emergency repairs to minimize production impact.
• At times, will need to work an adjusted schedule to support team members or the plant operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What will you bring to the table?

• Associates degree in a related field (electrical, mechanical) or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years related manufacturing maintenance experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be goal oriented, confident, outgoing, and able to work well under pressure and succeed within a competitive environment.
• Demonstrate good judgment.
• Must be able to work independently and demonstrate effective initiative.
• Must have good computer skills (Word, Excel).
• Able to do light fabrication with metal, and wood.
• Read Electrical, Mechanical, and Pneumatic prints.
• Excellent trouble shooting skills in PLCs, VFD’s, Servo’s, Electrical, Mechanical and pneumatic systems for production machinery and support equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Must display a dedication to development and seek out training and development for self and the team.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the facility and organization.
• Continuous improvement experience required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, bend, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as reading handwritten and or typed material and must have the ability to focus. Must be mobile and transfer from building to building.

Company Values

Adhere to The Gorilla Glue Company’s Core Values that ensure everyone works together to exceed expectations.

• Have fun, be passionate and show it!
• Act with integrity and respect in all relationships.
• Communicate openly and appreciate the effort of others.
• Embrace knowledge, growth and change.
• Strive for excellence in what we do every day!

Are you ready to join one of Cincinnati’s Top Workplaces? Our employees love working here because of our environment, which is driven by our company mission and core values. If you have the right qualifications and thrive in a fun and fast-paced environment, we have a great opportunity for you to grow with us!