Maintenance Technician II

Stonhard is seeking a motivated self-starter Maintenance Technician II to support manufacturing operations at its Ft Wayne facility.

This role is a senior hands-on technician position responsible for advanced troubleshooting, preventive and predictive maintenance, mentoring Maintenance Technician I employees, and supporting equipment reliability across batch, mixing, material handling, and packaging systems.

The Maintenance Technician II plays a key role in transitioning the site from reactive maintenance to a planned, reliability-focused maintenance culture.

Essential Functions


* Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial manufacturing equipment including:
+ Mixers, batch systems, hoppers, augers, screw conveyors, pumps, and packaging equipment
+ Conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, drives, and material handling systems


* Perform advanced preventive and predictive maintenance activities in accordance with PM schedules


* Support installation, setup, and commissioning of new equipment


* Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic controls issues


* Perform welding and fabrication as required (MIG/TIG/Stick; cutting and grinding)


* Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability


* Mentor and support Maintenance Technician I employees through hands-on coaching and knowledge sharing


* Assist with maintaining critical spare parts, inventory accuracy, and storage standards


* Accurately document work orders, PMs, and corrective actions in the CMMS


* Coordinate and monitor work performed by outside contractors and service providers


* Respond to equipment alarms and unplanned downtime events


* Support safety initiatives, lockout/tagout procedures, and housekeeping standards


* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, safety, and cost reduction

What Success Looks Like in This Role


* Reduced unplanned downtime


* Increased PM completion and effectiveness


* Strong technical support for operators and Tech I team members


* Improved equipment reliability and safety performance


* Clear documentation and communication with maintenance leadership


* Continuous Improvement to achieve a World Class Maintenance Department

Minimum Requirements


* High School diploma or GED


* 5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment


* Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment


* Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and basic blueprints


* Working knowledge of motors, gear reducers, bearings, belts, chains, and drives


* Basic computer skills (CMMS, Microsoft Office)


* Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift during extended shifts


* Very detail-oriented and knowledgeable of tool usage

Preferred Requirements


* Technical certificate in Industrial Mainte...