Maintenance Technician II

Stonhard is seeking a motivated self-starter Maintenance Technician II to support manufacturing operations at its Ft Wayne facility. This role is a senior hands-on technician position responsible for advanced troubleshooting, preventive and predictive maintenance, mentoring Maintenance Technician I employees, and supporting equipment reliability across batch, mixing, material handling, and packaging systems.

The Maintenance Technician II plays a key role in transitioning the site from reactive maintenance to a planned, reliability-focused maintenance culture.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial manufacturing equipment including:
  • Mixers, batch systems, hoppers, augers, screw conveyors, pumps, and packaging equipment
  • Conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, drives, and material handling systems
• Perform advanced preventive and predictive maintenance activities in accordance with PM schedules
• Support installation, setup, and commissioning of new equipment
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic controls issues
• Perform welding and fabrication as required (MIG/TIG/Stick; cutting and grinding)
• Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability
• Mentor and support Maintenance Technician I employees through hands-on coaching and knowledge sharing
• Assist with maintaining critical spare parts, inventory accuracy, and storage standards
• Accurately document work orders, PMs, and corrective actions in the CMMS
• Coordinate and monitor work performed by outside contractors and service providers
• Respond to equipment alarms and unplanned downtime events
• Support safety initiatives, lockout/tagout procedures, and housekeeping standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, safety, and cost reduction

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Reduced unplanned downtime
• Increased PM completion and effectiveness
• Strong technical support for operators and Tech I team members
• Improved equipment reliability and safety performance
• Clear documentation and communication with maintenance leadership
• Continuous Improvement to achieve a World Class Maintenance Department

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and basic blueprints
• Working knowledge of motors, gear reducers, bearings, belts, chains, and drives
• Basic computer skills (CMMS, Microsoft Office)
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift during extended shifts
• Very detail-oriented and knowledgeable of tool usage

Preferred Requirements

• Technical certificate in Industrial Maintenance
• Experience in batch manufacturing, coatings, flooring, or chemical-based processes
• Welding experience (MIG, TIG, Stick, cutting, brazing)
• Basic electrical troubleshooting (motors, starters, sensors, VFD awareness)
• Experience supporting preventive maintenance programs and reliability initiatives
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance documentation standards

Physical Requirements

• Must be capable of wearing Company standard respirators as qualified by a fit test performed by an authorized agency

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