Overview

Description: We are a premier aerospace manufacturer in Tacoma, and we are seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Maintenance Technician to spearhead the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of our critical production equipment. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, this advanced hands-on role is designed for a technical professional who excels at maximizing asset uptime through robust proactive, predictive, and preventative maintenance strategies.In this role, you will serve as the senior technical resource for the team, utilizing advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose complex equipment issues, eliminate root-cause failures, and safely execute precision repairs. By driving reliability best practices and strengthening our preventative maintenance program, you will play a vital role in reducing equipment downtime and directly ensuring we meet our business and production goals.Come create a lasting career at General Plastics Manufacturing Company, and not just another job!RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform and supervise in-house and vendor work related to the selection, installation, modification, preventative maintenance, and diagnosis/repair of installed systems, and shop/grounds equipmentDiagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls-related issues to minimize downtimeServe as a senior technical resource for all complex equipment failures and building maintenance issues and make recommendations for improvements and upgradesShare best practices with maintenance team and plant managementParticipate in root cause analysis investigations and support corrective actions to help prevent recurring failuresRegularly inspect building, tools, and equipment for any unsafe or malfunctioning conditions, respond timely to emergency repair requestsParticipate in and lead continuous improvement activities that improve safety, reliability, productivity, delivery, and service to operations teamAssist with development and management of asset management and preventative maintenance programsMaintain inventory, repair and maintenance logs, and equipment test resultsRequisition and order materials and supplies, such as tools, equipment, and replacement partsIdentify opportunities for improvements, identify potential areas of risk, and promptly share critical business information with key stakeholders to maximize results Establish and maintain effective business relationships with all employees, vendors, business partners, government/regulatory entitiesStrictly adhere to workplace safety measures; safeguard the welfare of all employees, guests, visitors, and business partners at all times; promptly report workplace risks, incidents, injuries, and near misses; consistently wear and utilize all required PPEMaintain confidentiality regarding all sensitive and proprietary business information Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalentVocational or technical certifications preferredValid WA driver's license and clean driving record5+ years similar maintenance work experienceHigh integrity, strong sense of technical curiosity, and action-orientedStrong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude including electrical, mechanical, and PLC systemsExcellent math skills and ability to use manuals, schematics, blueprints, and similar references to perform work functionsAble to use hand/power tools and equipment to complete assigned tasks, such as but not limited to lathe, milling machine, drill press, grinders, hand power tools, micrometers, calipers, forklift, scissor lift, welding equipment, measuring tools, hand power tools and a variety of hand toolsAbility to problem solve, effectively multi-task, and manage competing priorities to meet deadlinesAble to work with a sense of urgency when needed and remain focused on delivering timely and effective solutionsGood written and verbal communication skills in EnglishGood PC and MS Office skillsUncompromising integrity and the ability to maintain strict confid