2nd Shift Machine Maintenance Lead Technician
About The Position
Meeting USDA, HACCP, GMPF, and Company standards, and under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, the functions of this role are to provide daily hands-on leadership, direction, and technical support to the Facilities Maintenance team. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant utilities, building systems, facility infrastructure, and full upkeep and maintenance of all buildings and grounds. Duties include exterior structures, parking areas, walkways, outbuildings, landscaping, snow removal, and site cleanliness.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
- Minimum of 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or facilities experience preferred.
- Prior experience leading, coaching, or directing maintenance personnel in a shift-based or production support environment.
- Strong hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems required
- Experience with industrial utilities including boilers, compressed air, electrical systems, and HVAC
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Proficiency in maintenance management software and tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to coordinate daily maintenance work, prioritize urgent repairs, and ensure PMs and work orders are completed effectively.
- Understanding of building maintenance practices including roofing, structural repairs, painting, and exterior upkeep.
- Understanding of grounds maintenance practices (snow removal, landscaping, exterior care).
- Ability to read schematics and follow technical procedures.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with a hands-on approach.
- Flexibility in hours may be necessary to support business needs, which will be planned out in advance.
- Weekend work may be required to support production, projects, or maintenance needs.
- Must be available for off-shift and weekend support and emergency response to facilities and refrigeration alarms or incidents.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
Responsibilities
- Leadership & Daily Oversight
- Maintenance, Facilities & Grounds Reliability
- Utilities Management
- Training, Coaching & Team Development
- Safety & Compliance
- Continuous Improvement & Cost Management
- Perform other tasks as assigned by management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
