What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY CO LLC?
*This position is located in Washougal, Washington
Company Overview:
Northwest Adhesives, Inc was recently acquired by The Willamette Valley Company and is a well-established industrial adhesive manufacturer with over 30 years of success in producing high-performance hot melt and water-based adhesives. We proudly serve the packaging, labeling, and product assembly industries and maintain a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and customer service. We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our site leadership team and oversee the maintenance and reliability of our production equipment and facility.
Position Summary:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for managing all aspects of equipment maintenance, repair, and facility support to ensure continuous and efficient operation of manufacturing lines. This hands-on role requires strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance. The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in minimizing downtime, supporting process improvements, and leading internal and external resources related to maintenance and repairs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Keep all primary production equipment functioning.
- Schedule and perform all routine and preventative maintenance repairs to equipment.
- Arrange/coordinate outside contract work for facility maintenance.
- Manage equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications in coordination with production goals.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and low-voltage electrical systems.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance tasks, work orders, and parts inventory.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Provide guidance to production staff on equipment care.
- Demonstrate leadership for teamwork, respect all employees, and portray a positive attitude.
- Assist in design, layout, or redesign of equipment and processes for efficiency improvements.
- Provide on-call or emergency support as needed to minimize equipment downtime.
- Perform miscellaneous duties as requested by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- 5 years of related experience in a maintenance technician or maintenance management role in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical skills, including experience with pumps, motors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Proficient with tools, measurement equipment, and basic fabrication.
- Comfortable using computers or mobile devices for maintenance records and communication.
Preferred Skills (But Not Required):
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for occasional off-site service work
- 1 to 2 years of welding and fabrication experience.
- 1 to 2 years of electrical experience
- Experience working with hot melt adhesive systems or industrial process equipment.
- Familiarity with OSHA, WISHA, and other relevant safety standards.
Benefits:
- Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off (PTO)
- Excellent Health and Retirement Benefits
- Supplemental & Voluntary Insurance Options
- Opportunities for advancement, skill development, and leadership
Schedule:
- Full-time, Monday–Friday
- Occasional after-hours support required in emergency situations