Job Description

Description


At Hamilton Kent, exceeding customer expectations is what motivates us every day. Our products make infrastructure more watertight, durable and sustainable. We are committed to providing the highest quality elastomer products and services to our customers through continuous improvements, innovation, and respect for the environment.


Founded in 1943 in Kent, Ohio, Hamilton Kent has grown to be a multinational manufacturer and distributor of resilient-rubber, watertight, sealing systems and components. Focusing primarily on seals for infrastructure pipe systems, we provide a complete package - from design and development, through production and testing, to warehousing and shipping.


The Maintenance & Purchasing Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of all plant maintenance operations. This position is responsible for assisting in planning, scheduling, and coordinating preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). In addition, ensures the availability of all necessary parts, tools, contractors, and materials to support both planned and unplanned maintenance work. The coordinator serves as the CMMS administrator and works closely with maintenance and production teams to reduce unplanned downtime, manage inventory, and support safety and compliance efforts.


Requirements


Assist in the improvement of planned maintenance work using CMMS, transitioning from time-based to condition-based maintenance where applicable. Schedule and assign Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) work orders based on priority and resource availability. Administer the CMMS database, including data entry, system updates, user permissions, asset additions, parts management, workflow development, and reporting. Track all machine downtime and equipment history to identify trends, improve planning, and support continuous improvement. Assist in the management of coordinating and managing plant and line shutdown schedules in collaboration with maintenance and production teams. Maintain accurate spare parts inventory, including procurement, inventory checks, restocking, and organizing the parts room. Ensure timely requisition and delivery of materials and contractor services to complete work efficiently. Generate maintenance reports based on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as PM completion rates, labor utilization, downtime, and inventory accuracy. Assist in troubleshooting equipment failures and support escalation when needed. Perform moderate physical tasks such as lifting parts and operating forklifts or aerial work platforms and engage with contractors, vendors, and team members to ensure all resources are in place for both scheduled and emergency work.

Qualifications

High School Diploma required; technical certification or diploma in a related field is an asset. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a maintenance coordination or planning role in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Strong knowledge of maintenance planning, scheduling, and resource management. Proficient with CMMS software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Working knowledge of preventative maintenance systems, work order culture, and inventory control. Comfortable using measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and measuring tapes. Willingness to be train on Forklift and aerial work Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, both verbal and written. Benefits


Health Insurance


Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Referral Program
Hamilton Kent is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for Hamilton Kent jobs.