Lead Maintenance Mechanic

Dart Container•Federalsburg, MD

1d•$34 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced Lead Mechanic who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys leading teams, solving complex equipment issues, and driving plant performance? Join our team and play a critical role in maintaining equipment reliability, supporting maintenance operations, and helping our facility achieve world-class safety, quality, and production results. Schedule: Work a rotating 2-2-3 schedule with 12-hour shifts, giving you every other weekend off. Available shifts: 7:00 pm - 7:00 am (includes $2/hour shift premium) Who we are… We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring consumers can enjoy food and beverages anytime, anywhere. Our team members are the driving force behind our success, and we're committed to providing an environment where employees can grow, lead, and make an impact.

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years of related maintenance experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
High School Diploma or GED
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to lead maintenance teams
Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues
Expert knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and industrial maintenance practices
Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and tasks simultaneously
Strong computer skills and experience with maintenance systems
Experience with plant production software; SAP experience preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to train and develop maintenance personnel on equipment, processes, and procedures
Advanced knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, pressure systems, and temperature controls
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics
Experience using Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word
Experience operating diagnostic equipment, test instruments, and maintenance software
Ability to operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT), hoists, and cranes and maintain certification
Demonstrated English proficiency to support training, communication, safety, and quality requirements

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field
Previous training, coaching, or maintenance leadership experience
Experience with PLCs, CNC equipment, automation systems, robotics, or industrial controls
Electrical troubleshooting experience including motors, drives, and control systems
Experience in packaging, plastics, consumer products, paper converting, or high-speed manufacturing environments
Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies and reliability-centered maintenance programs
Experience with machining, welding, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, or additional skilled trades

Responsibilities

Apply advanced maintenance expertise to perform a wide variety of maintenance responsibilities for production and facility equipment
Support department efficiencies and maximize equipment uptime and output
Provide lead support over production and facility maintenance operations that may span multiple departments, production lines, and technologies
Spend approximately 85% of work time on the production floor supporting maintenance activities and team members
Monitor safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Audit work areas through Leader Standard Work, monitor productivity metrics, verify procedural compliance, and address deficiencies
Coordinate maintenance resources and schedules with supervisors to ensure operational requirements are met
Communicate equipment status, maintenance activities, and operational concerns between shifts and departments
Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, root cause analysis, and corrective actions on complex equipment issues
Utilize predictive maintenance technologies to collect and analyze equipment performance data
Create, maintain, and complete required maintenance documentation and reports
Process maintenance activities and work orders within SAP
Support Operational Excellence initiatives and participate in continuous improvement efforts
Recommend equipment, process, and procedural improvements to increase efficiency and reliability
Train, mentor, and provide ongoing development to maintenance employees
Provide feedback to supervisors regarding employee performance, development opportunities, and daily operations
Install, maintain, repair, rebuild, and modify complex manufacturing and facility equipment
Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and automated control systems
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, control systems, software, hardware, and configurations
Install and maintain piping systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, valves, regulators, and related equipment
Inspect, test, operate, and diagnose machinery, motors, programmable controllers, and automated production equipment using specialized test equipment and software

Benefits

Competitive pay: $33.75-$51.00/hour, based on experience and qualifications
$2/hour shift premium for overnight shifts
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more
Career advancement opportunities and pay progression
A strong safety-focused and team-oriented culture
Training and development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement for approved job-related programs
Paid holidays and paid time off
medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts

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