Industrial Mechanical Lead

Trench Group GmbH•Charlotte, NC

20h

About The Position

The Industrial Mechanical Lead helps ensure the reliability, efficiency, and performance of HSP US manufacturing operations. The role leads installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems and production equipment, working with maintenance technicians, contractors, production teams, engineering, and leadership to support equipment uptime, continuous improvement, and workplace safety. The position also helps develop maintenance practices and strengthen equipment performance in a growing manufacturing operation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
At least 2 years of leadership, lead technician, or supervisory experience.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, motors, bearings, conveyors, and industrial machinery.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical documents.
Proficiency with preventive maintenance systems and work order management.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in manufacturing and industrial environments around operating equipment.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to work occasional overtime, weekends, or emergency call-ins as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Experience in electrical equipment, transformers, power systems, composite materials, or heavy manufacturing environments.
Welding, fabrication, machining, or millwright experience.
PLC troubleshooting experience.
OSHA safety training or related certifications.
Forklift or crane operation certifications.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership and technical guidance to maintenance technicians and contractors.
Prioritize and assign maintenance tasks based on production requirements and equipment needs.
Train, mentor, and develop maintenance team members.
Support the Facilities & Maintenance Manager with maintenance scheduling and resource allocation.
Promote safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Perform advanced mechanical troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment.
Lead corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities.
Diagnose failures involving hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electromechanical systems.
Coordinate equipment repairs to minimize downtime and production interruptions.
Inspect equipment for wear, damage, and potential failures.
Maintain and improve preventive maintenance programs.
Support equipment used in transformer bushing manufacturing, assembly, testing, material handling, vacuum systems, ovens, presses, pumps, and utility systems.
Troubleshoot rotating equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, fans, and conveying systems.
Assist with installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment.
Collaborate with engineering teams on equipment upgrades and process improvements.
Support maintenance of facility infrastructure, including compressed air systems, HVAC equipment, water systems, electrical utility support equipment, cranes, and building systems.
Coordinate external service providers and contractors as needed.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with facility standards and regulatory requirements.
Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Recommend equipment modifications to improve safety, quality, productivity, or reliability.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history.
Ensure compliance with safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company policies.
Support maintenance-related audits and inspections, including environmental, health, and safety requirements.
Assist with inventory management of spare parts and maintenance supplies.