Maintenance Engineer, Oak Laminate

@ HNI Corporation
HNI Corporationhnicorporation.com

Maintenance Engineer, Oak Laminate

Muscatine, IA
Posted 2 days ago

About the job

HNI Corporation is a global leader in workplace and home products, dedicated to improving spaces. We seek a Maintenance Engineer to enhance equipment reliability, support process improvements, and coordinate maintenance activities within our operational teams.

Requirements

  • Operational execution knowledge
  • System utilization skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Foundational maintenance experience
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering
  • Experience with CMMS and Excel
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Attention to detail in documentation
  • Eagerness to learn technical systems

Full job description

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.

Your Impact Starts the Day You Do!

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Maintenance Engineer who brings a strong foundation in operational execution, systems utilization, and continuous improvement. This individual demonstrates a natural curiosity for how processes and systems work, along with a drive to make them more efficient and reliable.

What We Need

  • Highly motivated, detail-oriented early-career professionals with a strong foundation in operational execution, systems utilization, and continuous improvement
  • Demonstrated curiosity for how processes and systems function, with a proactive drive to improve efficiency and reliability
  • Proven ability to quickly learn new tools and adapt within fast-paced, evolving environments
  • Foundational experience in planning, coordination, and workflow management within maintenance and operational settings
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to contribute to process optimization and performance improvement initiatives

What You Will Do

  • Support the execution and continuous improvement of preventative maintenance (PM) strategies to enhance equipment reliability and operational performance
  • Utilize systems (CMMS, PowerBI, Excel) to track, schedule, and optimize maintenance and operational activities with a high degree of accuracy
  • Assist in root cause analysis by identifying trends, investigating disruptions, and contributing to corrective actions that drive long-term solutions
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to manage priorities, resolve scheduling conflicts, and maintain continuity across operations
  • Contribute to initiatives that improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost (SQDC) through data tracking, analysis, and process optimization
  • Build foundational knowledge of facility systems and infrastructure over time, supporting broader reliability and maintenance efforts

What You Have

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or reliability engineering, OR industrial technology with a history of reliability and/or controls
  • Hands-on experience utilizing systems such as CMMS and Excel to manage scheduling, tracking, and data analysis
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced, operational environments
  • Exposure to inventory management, invoices, purchase orders, or similar documentation processes requiring strong attention to detail
  • Proven track record of maintaining accuracy, following structured processes, and supporting day-to-day operational execution
  • Eagerness to learn and develop technical expertise in areas such as CMMS, preventative maintenance, and facility systems

What You’re Good At

  • Problem Solving & Root Cause Thinking – able to break down issues, identify patterns, and support effective solutions
  • Organization & Planning – effectively manages multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail and follow-through
  • Data Tracking & Process Improvement – leverages systems and data to identify opportunities and drive better outcomes
  • Communication & Cross-Functional Coordination – collaborates effectively across teams and communicates updates clearly
  • Adaptability & Results Orientation – thrives in dynamic environments and remains focused on delivering meaningful, measurable results

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