Maintenance Engineer

Description

Fitesa is a global leader in nonwoven fabric solutions, delivering innovative materials to the hygiene, medical, and industrial markets. We are seeking talented individuals to join our rapidly growing team. We are looking for team-oriented, motivated professionals who are committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Fitesa offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well‑being and long‑term success of our employees.

• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) contribution (4% dollar‑for‑dollar match + additional 3% company discretionary contribution annually for those who qualify)
• Flexible insurance packages, including medical, vision, and dental, with no waiting period

Under the general direction of the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Engineer supports day‑to‑day operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance so business results are successfully achieved and the long‑term viability of the site is secured. This position is needed to support predictive and preventive maintenance systems with a focus on cost reduction, efficiency, and safety improvements, and process flow. Demonstrate desire to learn most aspects of the business and develop skill sets to help advance within the organization.

• Teamwork
• Communication
• Decision making
• Initiative
• Works standards
• Ownership
• Organizing

• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office and ERP software
• Ability to understand and interpret process settings and center lines
• Ability to learn and become proficient with FIRM, ADP, and other internal database and tracking software
• Ability to read and interpret Fitesa product codes, production schedules, and operations documents
• Advanced troubleshooting skills and mechanical abilities
• Statistical analysis skills with the ability to establish and audit against goals
• Thorough knowledge of the occupation hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated familiarity with manufacturing processes and equipment preferably of a large size, high speed nature
• Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting, conflict‑resolution, and decision‑making skills
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail
• Possesses a quality and customer‑focused mindset
• Demonstrated ability to train, motivate, and coach other team members
• Can successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Self‑motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Familiar with air and water pollution control technology and federal, state, and community regulatory agency workings
• Willingness and ability to learn and perform in other functions in the plant
• Thorough knowledge of the occupation hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties
• Willing and able to work flexible hours including rotating shifts as needed
• Possess human resource skills to relate effectively with people of diverse background
• Self‑motivated and able to work with a minimal amount of daily supervision
• Ability to work well with all functions in the plant to accomplish the objectives of the assignment

• Develop and implement project management systems related to preventive and reactive maintenance
• Work with maintenance team to diagnose equipment faults and develop long‑term solutions
• Respond to breakdowns to identify system failures, and assist in the repair of equipment
• Create maintenance procedures to ensure effective diagnosis of equipment failure and necessary preventive measures
• Make recommendations for necessary machine improvements and proactively seek approval from Maintenance Manager on special components, fixtures, and fittings
• Manage the budget and allocate funds to maintenance projects, forecast future spending
• Provide leadership for project execution to technicians and other maintenance team members
• Manage inventory of supplies and equipment
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Develop and maintain metrics around equipment functionality and financial impact
• Perform other duties as assigned