Job Information
Colgate-Palmolive Maintenance Technician 2/3 - Troubleshooter - BP/LM in Cambridge, Ohio
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #171968 - Cambridge, Ohio, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Maintenance Technician II/III - Troubleshooter -Base Plant / Liquid Making
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to: Vertical Integration Manager
Responsible for: No direct reports
Location:
Cambridge
Travel: N/A
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Equipment Reliability and Maintenance:
Apply basic hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical troubleshooting skills to maintain equipment reliability and maximize uptime.
Troubleshoot and repair unplanned breakdowns of automated and non-automated making, finishing, and utility equipment using computer terminals, control panels, or manual means.
Fabricate simple machine parts using shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines.
Identify and report potential maintenance issues proactively.
Recommend machine modifications and propose preventive maintenance solutions.
Compliance and Documentation:
Accurately and fully complete all regulatory and compliance-related documentation and procedures, highlighting any variances.
Understand and adhere to all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Quality, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Micro (C&S Guidelines) standards.
Undertake daily reporting and updates in information systems (e.g., SAP), including documenting maintenance activities performed on equipment.
Report major issues or changes made to the Area Maintenance Planner or Maintenance System personnel.
Teamwork and Continuous Improvement:
Work collaboratively with others within the same production unit and across other units and support functions.
Actively participate in the regular review of team production performance and utilize the information to drive continuous improvement.
Seek and apply Continuous Improvement tools and techniques (e.g., Quality Systems, FP&R, Problem-Solving tools) to achieve team goals.
Stay informed of the team’s production performance through visual, written, and verbal communications.
Contribute to optimizing productivity and meeting the needs of customers and the business by fully utilizing resources.
Storeroom and Skill Development:
Understand the storeroom parts storage system, including the ability to easily search for and locate parts, and follow correct removal procedures.
Maintain the work area according to required housekeeping standards, perform established housekeeping activities, and participate in area housekeeping assessments.
Share knowledge, develop maintenance skills with operators, and identify opportunities for skill transfer.
Actively participate in continuous learning opportunities.
Customer Focus:
- Understand the needs of both internal customers (including Safety, Operations, Quality, Planning, Maintenance, and Finance) and external customers (e.g., other CP plants, customer service,etc.)
Education:
HIgh School/Vocational school or technical institute required.
Internal applicants must be a Level III Operator or above to apply and pass the Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance Series SMT assessment to be considered.
Experience:
5+ years manufacturing or similar experience is preferred, with an emphasis in mechanics or electronics.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $ - $ USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxk_eF4utznQoVHlxmL9jVFJbOkM4Oe5CAdKOg-h9EPdLfg/viewform) should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here (https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/content/dam/cp-sites/corporate/corporate/en_us/corp/locale-assets/pdf/colgate-terms-and-conditions-2023.pdf) .
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