Maintenance Operator III (2nd Shift)

Description

Maintenance Operator III (2nd Shift)

The Gund Company | 2121 Walton Road, St. Louis, MO

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Build Your Career with The Gund Company

The Gund Company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Operator III to join our St. Louis team on 2nd Shift (2:30p-10:30p) .

This role serves as the primary maintenance resource and lead technician during second-shift operations, helping ensure our equipment, systems, and facilities operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

If you enjoy solving complex equipment issues, leading by example, and making a direct impact on production performance, we encourage you to apply.

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What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Operator III, you will be responsible for maintaining production equipment and facility systems through troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

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Key Responsibilities

- Serve as the lead maintenance technician and primary maintenance resource on second shift.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and facility systems.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and prioritize repairs based on safety and production needs.
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
- Diagnose equipment failures and determine root causes of recurring issues.
- Recommend and implement equipment reliability improvements.
- Install, maintain, and repair production equipment and facility infrastructure.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders within the CMMS system.
- Coordinate maintenance activities with production teams, vendors, contractors, and engineering resources.
- Support equipment installations, upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
- Manage spare parts inventory and identify critical replacement components.
- Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support department performance goals.
- Mentor team members and contribute to maintenance best practices.

Qualifications

Required

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Working knowledge of: Hydraulics
- Pneumatics
- Motors and drives
- Conveyors
- Sensors
- Industrial manufacturing equipment

- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
- Experience using CMMS or maintenance management systems.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in industrial environments, including elevated areas and confined spaces.

Preferred

- Technical degree, trade certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent maintenance training.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
- Knowledge of VFDs, industrial controls, automation systems, and motor controls.
- Experience maintaining CNC equipment, especially Haas machines.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Experience leading projects, mentoring technicians, or coordinating maintenance activities.
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement experience.

Why Join The Gund Company?

- Competitive pay and benefits
- Stable, growing manufacturing environment
- Opportunities for advancement and continued skill development
- Collaborative team culture focused on safety and continuous improvement
- Ability to make a meaningful impact on equipment reliability and plant performance

Join The Gund Company and become a key contributor to keeping our operations running safely, efficiently, and successfully every day. Apply today!

Salary Description
$30-$35/hr based on experience