Job Description

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.
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Job Title:  Maintenance Coordinator
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  10/29/26
On-site

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #176977 - Cambridge, Ohio, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
 
 

The Maintenance Coordinator (Processing)  will provide administrative, organization, and planning support to the maintenance functions of the facility by ensuring the effective scheduling of maintenance work orders and Preventative Maintenance (PM) plans as well as coordinating materials availability.  The Maintenance Coordinator is also responsible for planning and coordinating the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities for designated areas of the plant.  The position will also be responsible for maintaining the SAP PM system, managing the work order process, maintaining and correcting all budgets in assigned departments. In addition, this position will oversee the prioritization of the calibration program, adherence to local and global SOPs, and execution of daily calibration activities.

 

Role Responsibilities

  • Providing direction and shift leadership to team to ensure maximum productivity and performance

  • Establishing a safe work environment by role modeling appropriate behaviors and addressing at risk behavior appropriately.

  • Conducting shift meetings to communicate shift goals and results, and address barriers that are preventing the shift from achieving their goals.

  • Reviewing, prioritizing, and scheduling work orders, calibrations, up/down time PM’s, and AM activities utilizing SAP and KNEAT softwares.  Scheduling work for maintenance technicians (area FRs, OTRs, weekend crew), and outside contractors.

  • Managing and maintaining the SAP PM system. Including adding and removing equipment, updating equipment masters, creating and updating equipment BOM’s, creating and updating PM plans, leading PM Optimization, and supporting Predictive Maintenance plans. 

  • Planning and coordinating machine inspections both with plant personnel and outside resources.

  • Preparing job plans, pre-kits parts if possible, and prepares work order estimates. 

  • Assisting Plant Engineers and/or FP&R with root cause analysis to identify reasons for equipment failures. 

  • Leading PO creation for parts and services using SAP and addressing invoicing or finance issues.

  • Insuring the availability of incoming and outgoing maintenance parts for PM’s, rebuilds, work orders and stockroom.   

  • Functioning as an SAP Power-user and assisting in training and supporting SAP systems as needed 

  • Identifying and reporting Quality and EHS issues to management. 

  • Complying with Colgate’s policies, safety standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

  • Knowledge of FP&R Standards, specifically PM, CI, 5S, and AM Standard 

  • Accountable for Operational Excellence (EHS, Quality, FP&R) compliance and initiatives to deliver high levels of service to internal and external customers

 

Required Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent

  • 5+ years of maintenance/chemical processing experience. 

  • Proficient with the following software: Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Microsoft Excel 

  • Proficient Knowledge of GMPs, and FDA requirements

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Previous SAP experience, 

  • Detail oriented

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills,  

  • Electronic Maintenance Work Order System experience

  • Mechanical background

  • Chemical Operating background

 

Travel Requirements:

Expected percentage of travel:  Up to 10 %

 

Physical Requirements 

  • This position will be Monday - Friday.  8 hour days.

  • Must be able to work any shift, weekends and mandatory overtime, if needed  

  • Must be able to stand for 8 - 12 hours per shift 

  • Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, reach for extended periods of time during shift

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

  • Must be able to frequently move boxes, totes, bags ranging in weight up to 50 pounds

  • Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment

  • Must be able to ascend and descend ladders and stairs


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $72,000.00 - $107,500.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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