Maintenance Specialist

Maintenance Specialist Req #407 Blythewood, SC, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Monday, May 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM Join the IPG Team! Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Description Title:

Lead Maintenance Specialist Department:

Maintenance Immediate Supervisor:

Maintenance Manager Status:

Non-exempt Hourly Professional Position Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Lead Maintenance Specialist is to provide guidance to the maintenance team in keeping the facilities and equipment running safety and efficiently; promote continuous improvement by providing supplies, equipment, parts, and overall coordination of tasks within the maintenance department. Lead by influencing the maintenance team to achieve excellence in equipment uptime. The Lead Maintenance Specialist will maintain personal compliance with IPG's Safety and Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and will actively communicate the provisions of the Code to assure broad support and understanding of the program. Principle Accountabilities Assist engineering and maintenance teams with projects, equipment installations, repairs, and modifications. Lead some projects with minimum oversite from engineering. Oversee and maintain maintenance management database systems to ensure accurate tracking of maintenance labor hours, on-time PM completion and inventory management. Maintain work order database (input work orders, track and identify trends and areas for improvement). Responsible for daily work order entering. Coordinate and assist with the sourcing and purchasing of maintenance and facilities equipment and supplies. This includes securing replacement parts for obsolete and stock items, working with vendors to ensure they are a viable supplier from a pricing, availability, and quality standpoint. Plan and assign daily maintenance activities with safety as the primary target. Coach and train maintenance team to ensure skills meet levels required to support the operations. Provide input to Maintenance Manager on team skills and performance. Plan and administer the preventative and predictive maintenance schedules for the maintenance department to ensure activities are completed timely and accurately as required. This includes opening, assigning, and closing of all weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual preventative maintenance work orders. Serve as backup to ISO Coordinator for the department which includes various ISO duties (maintaining work instructions, validating calibration logs, updating procedures, internal audits). Support and promote safe working practices within the facility. Support the continuous improvement activities of the organization by participating in and coordinating action plans for plant-wide improvement activities or projects. Also provides reports, information and data to various departments as requested for projects and/or problem-solving. Related tasks as requested by supervisor. Essential Skills and Experience Associate's Degree 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite Must have excellent communication and organizational skills Demonstrated leadership skills. Must be organized and able to handle multiple projects, and possess an understanding of the manufacturing maintenance responsibilities of entire facility Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Must be detail oriented and conscientious Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work with cross-functional teams Physical Effort Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Also, must be able to climb ladders and perform work at heights above floor level. Working Environment Manufacturing environment exposure which requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Why Choose IPG? At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive. Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people. With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish! We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG. You belong here. Join us today! Job Details Job Family Manufacturing Job Function Maintenance Pay Type Hourly Scan this QR code and apply! Download Blythewood, SC, USA