Seattle-Tacoma Box Company
Warehouse & Production Maintenance Lead
Seattle-Tacoma Box Company, Kent, Washington, us, 98089
Summary
At Seattle-Tacoma Box Company, we pride ourselves on a rich heritage spanning six generations over 135 years, all under the dedicated stewardship of our founding family. From our roots in Washington, our footprint now extends across Alaska, Oregon, California, and Arizona, where we manufacture and distribute corrugated, corrugated plastic, and wooden packaging solutions tailored for the food industry.
Join us at Seattle-Tacoma Box Company, where your expertise and leadership will help shape our continued success and uphold our legacy of excellence in packaging solutions!
Positions Overview:
As a Warehouse and Production Equipment Maintenance Lead, you play a crucial role in overseeing the maintenance, repair, and setup of various machinery and systems within our facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on general building maintenance and repair to include mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Your expertise and proactive approach contribute directly to our operational reliability and the overall success of our company.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the maintenance, repair, and setup of various machinery and systems within the manufacturing facility, including sawdust blower and collection systems, wood cutting equipment, sawblade machinery, air compressor systems, and corrugated box forming equipment.
Perform general building maintenance and repairs, including electrical systems, loading dock equipment, roll-up doors, and plumbing for both the warehouse and office.
Responsible for Forklift and Truck maintenance and repair.
Efficiently set up and calibrate packaging and box assembly machinery to ensure optimal operation for production runs.
Develop, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance programs for each machine/system to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Quickly identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and operational issues during production runs, ensuring minimal disruption to workflow.
Provide detailed feedback to management and supervisors regarding root causes of equipment malfunctions, production challenges, and potential modifications to enhance safety and efficiency.
Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for process modifications and equipment upgrades to improve productivity and safety standards.
Ensure all equipment operations comply with safety regulations and company policies, conducting regular safety audits and assessments.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:
High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certification or training is a plus.
Proven experience with mechanical equipment maintenance, preferably in a warehouse, production, or manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Strong mechanical aptitude and technical skills repairing machinery and equipment.
Proficient in using diagnostic tools and equipment.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to identify issues and determine repairs that are needed.
Work Environment:
The work environment may include moderate warehouse noise, typical of a distribution facility.
Temperatures in the warehouse will vary depending upon the season.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands outlined are necessary for the successful execution of job duties. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these essential functions. The role requires frequent lifting and/or moving of objects up to 50 pounds, ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights, and the ability to maintain balance while lifting, pushing, and/or pulling.
Specific vision abilities essential for this job include peripheral vision and depth perception. During job performance, regular activities include talking and hearing. Additionally, the role frequently involves sitting, eye-hand-foot coordination, and the ability to adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time.
NOTE:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet ongoing needs of the organization.
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At Seattle-Tacoma Box Company, we pride ourselves on a rich heritage spanning six generations over 135 years, all under the dedicated stewardship of our founding family. From our roots in Washington, our footprint now extends across Alaska, Oregon, California, and Arizona, where we manufacture and distribute corrugated, corrugated plastic, and wooden packaging solutions tailored for the food industry.
Join us at Seattle-Tacoma Box Company, where your expertise and leadership will help shape our continued success and uphold our legacy of excellence in packaging solutions!
Positions Overview:
As a Warehouse and Production Equipment Maintenance Lead, you play a crucial role in overseeing the maintenance, repair, and setup of various machinery and systems within our facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on general building maintenance and repair to include mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Your expertise and proactive approach contribute directly to our operational reliability and the overall success of our company.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the maintenance, repair, and setup of various machinery and systems within the manufacturing facility, including sawdust blower and collection systems, wood cutting equipment, sawblade machinery, air compressor systems, and corrugated box forming equipment.
Perform general building maintenance and repairs, including electrical systems, loading dock equipment, roll-up doors, and plumbing for both the warehouse and office.
Responsible for Forklift and Truck maintenance and repair.
Efficiently set up and calibrate packaging and box assembly machinery to ensure optimal operation for production runs.
Develop, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance programs for each machine/system to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Quickly identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and operational issues during production runs, ensuring minimal disruption to workflow.
Provide detailed feedback to management and supervisors regarding root causes of equipment malfunctions, production challenges, and potential modifications to enhance safety and efficiency.
Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for process modifications and equipment upgrades to improve productivity and safety standards.
Ensure all equipment operations comply with safety regulations and company policies, conducting regular safety audits and assessments.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:
High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certification or training is a plus.
Proven experience with mechanical equipment maintenance, preferably in a warehouse, production, or manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Strong mechanical aptitude and technical skills repairing machinery and equipment.
Proficient in using diagnostic tools and equipment.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to identify issues and determine repairs that are needed.
Work Environment:
The work environment may include moderate warehouse noise, typical of a distribution facility.
Temperatures in the warehouse will vary depending upon the season.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands outlined are necessary for the successful execution of job duties. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these essential functions. The role requires frequent lifting and/or moving of objects up to 50 pounds, ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights, and the ability to maintain balance while lifting, pushing, and/or pulling.
Specific vision abilities essential for this job include peripheral vision and depth perception. During job performance, regular activities include talking and hearing. Additionally, the role frequently involves sitting, eye-hand-foot coordination, and the ability to adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time.
NOTE:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet ongoing needs of the organization.
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