Maintenance Coordinator

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Maintenance Coordinator

We have 2 open positions for Maintenance Coordinators (2nd shift and 3rd shift) with prior technical (mechanical/electrical) experience, who will improve factory performance by increasing equipment availability, reducing breakdowns and mean time to repair through preventive and corrective maintenance. In this role, you will coordinate maintenance people on the shift and support them with troubleshooting in automation controls and mechanical systems as well as drive process improvements through World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and facilitate root cause analysis for breakdowns and failures.

This position is located in Sikeston, MO.

The schedule follows a Monday–Friday workweek with the following available shifts:

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

There are two open positions. Occasional work outside of the standard schedule may be required. This role is eligible for overtime compensation.

Tetra Pak is not considering applicants (Internal or External) who require International relocation to the United States.

As a Maintenance Coordinator, you will:

• Coordinate execution of Preventive Maintenance activities and arising corrective needs for the shift.
• Troubleshoot failures on equipment, mechanical systems, PLCs and drives, including programming, as needed.
• Drive a zero-downtime concept through loss analysis, fault diagnoses, troubleshooting, and repairs on production equipment.
• Participate in new equipment and automation projects for loss eradication, safety, and life cycle management, providing automation solutions and process improvements as needed.
• Ensure communication amongst shifts and facilitates SEA’s (Single Event Analysis) with shift maintenance techs.
• Update and maintain machine documentation in the Teams site as needed.
• Work with Inventory clerk to implement more modules of the E-maintenance system. Continue to add parts and increase use.
• Generate PRs for components need for supplies.

• Bachelor’s Degree, Technical Degree or equivalent skills and experience
• Ideally Controls/Automation Technical Education/Training and/or Certification
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a maintenance department as an A-level Maintenance Repairperson or related experience.
• At least 1 to 2 years of PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience in Forklift Operation, Millwright Trade or apprentice, LME (License Mechanical Engineer), Controls Automation, PLC programming, or 01 Electrical License is a plus.

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/. 

This job posting expires on May 15, 2026.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.