Electronic Technician Team Lead

JT International S.A.•Chapel Hill, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The individual will be responsible for leading and coordinating a team of electronics technicians to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical and electronic equipment used in Make Pack production. The role ensures that all electrical maintenance activities are effectively planned, executed, and documented in line with JTI standards, IWS principles, MP&S requirements, and overall business objectives related to safety, equipment availability, quality, and cost.

Requirements

University degree from Electronic/Automation Field
Strong background in electronics and electrical maintenance in an industrial environment.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance systems, IWS principles, and MP&S requirements.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to implement effective solutions.
Basic PC skills (MS Office applications) & SAP and spare parts ordering.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of electronics technicians in line with JTI leadership behaviors
Ensure clear task assignment, prioritization, and accountability for all electrical maintenance activities
Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture, ensuring full compliance with EHS requirements, LOTO, and electrical safety standards
Act as a role model for discipline, ownership, and standard adherence on the shop floor
Ensure all electrical preventive and corrective maintenance tasks are executed on time or properly rescheduled and closed in maintenance systems
Oversee troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and commissioning of electrical and electronic systems
Support root cause analysis (RCA) of electrical failures and recurring issues
Drive equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance actions
Coordinate electrical maintenance activities in alignment with the production plan and maintenance schedule
Optimize the use of internal resources and external support where required
Identify electrical critical spare parts, define safety stock levels, and proactively manage spare parts availability to prevent equipment downtime
Support maintenance planning activities during shutdowns, major repairs, and improvement projects
Ensure strict adherence to JTI internal standards, including IWS, Maintenance Standards, and MP&S
Ensure proper execution of CIL, CL, PM, and standard maintenance routines related to electrical equipment
Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and data quality in SAP and other maintenance systems
Ensure standard work, procedures, and troubleshooting guides are available and followed
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, availability, and maintenance efficiency
Analyze equipment losses and maintenance KPIs to identify improvement opportunities
Implement corrective and preventive actions aligned with IWS methodologies
Align electrical maintenance activities with business objectives related to efficiency, quality, cost, and sustainability
Assess technical competencies of electronics technicians and identify skill gaps
Plan and coordinate training and qualification programs for electrical and electronic systems
Ensure the team is capable of maintaining and troubleshooting tobacco‑specific production equipment
Support knowledge sharing and continuous technical capability building within the team