Senior Maintenance Engineer
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Job Location:
Lexington, KY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Catapult we are assisting our member Kurz in their search for a Senior Maintenance Engineer at their Lexington NC facility.
Senior Maintenance Engineer
Location: Lexington NC
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Plant Manager
Direct Reports: Maintenance Technicians
About Kurz
Kurz is a global leader in thin film technology providing cutting-edge solutions for surface finishing decoration labeling and product protection. Our Lexington NC facility supports a wide range of processes-in hot stamping and coating-used across automotive electronics packaging and luxury goods industries.
At Kurz we combine precision engineering and sustainable innovation to create products that are both functional and visually exceptional. Were committed to operational excellence environmental responsibility and the professional growth of our people.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Engineer to lead maintenance strategy reliability programs and process optimization at our Lexington facility. This hands-on leadership role focuses on ensuring uptime and reliability across a diverse range of advanced manufacturing equipment.
Experience in coating printing packaging or chemical processing industries is highly desirable as the processes share similarities with Kurzs operations which focus in the manufacturing of hot/cold stamping foil.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to ensure maximum equipment uptime and performance.
- Lead coach and develop a high-performing maintenance team focused on safety reliability and efficiency.
- Oversee maintenance of advanced production systems including:
- Coating equipment
- Finishing units
- Mechanical electrical pneumatic hydraulic and control systems
- Manage CMMS (e.g. eMaint) for work order planning scheduling and reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement through Lean 5S and TPM initiatives.
- Conduct root cause analyses (RCA) and implement corrective/preventive measures.
- Ensure compliance with all safety GMP and environmental regulations.
- Support capital improvement and modernization projects aligned with business goals.
Skills and Qualifications
- Education: Bachelors Degree in Electrical Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (Masters or MBA preferred).
- Experience: 79 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing including 35 years in a leadership role.
- Strong technical expertise in mechanical electrical pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Experience in coating printing packaging or chemical processing environments is ideal but not required.
- Familiarity with automated and high-speed production systems.
- Proficiency in CMMS software and maintenance planning tools.
- Excellent leadership communication and project management skills.
- Knowledge of GMP standards and commitment to safety practices.
- Forklift experience preferred.
Why Join Kurz
- Work with world-class technology in a highly innovative sustainable manufacturing environment.
- Lead a talented maintenance team and shape maintenance excellence in a globally recognized organization.
- Competitive pay comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.
- A collaborative culture driven by innovation precision and continuous improvement.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Network Engineering
- Hand Tools
- Taleo
- Electrical Experience
- Industrial Equipment
- Sage
- Mechanical Knowledge
- CMMS
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Heavy Lifting
- Power Tools
