Lead Maintenance Tech - 1st Shift

MITER Brands•Tacoma, WA

13d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Milgard Windows and Doors is seeking a Maintenance Team Leader for our Tacoma, Washington location. This role involves leading maintenance teams tasked with executing preventative maintenance and repairs on electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other production equipment within a manufacturing environment. The hourly compensation range is $40.00 – $45.00, depending on experience. There may be overtime work required, depending on business needs. SHIFT - Monday - Friday - 1st shift. MITER Brands is a family of leading window and door brands united by our passion for quality and driven by the relentless pursuit of 100%. At MITER Brands, we are reframing what’s possible – for our team, our customers, and communities across America.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of production equipment, such as electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, welding, fabrication, etc.
Must be able to read and follow blueprints and schematics.
Computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) experience required.
Sense of urgency and self-motivation with leadership abilities to generate results.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate.
Ability to identify issues and to determine repairs that are needed.
Ability to plan maintenance schedules for production demands.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, CMMS (FiiX is a plus) or related software as needed to complete reports, logs, and inventory.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least five (5) years of maintenance experience required.
At least two (2) years of experience in a leadership capacity.
Must be physically able to perform repairs when needed.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in engineering or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

Guide and oversee the work of assigned maintenance team members, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
Monitor maintenance key performance indicators in real-time and report findings to the Maintenance Manager.
Manage minor disciplinary issues within the team, referring more serious matters to the maintenance supervisor for resolution.
Assist in planning and preparing training sessions and orientation programs for new maintenance team members, fostering their growth and integration into the team.
Integrate MITER’s vision and values into daily activities and behaviors, inspiring and motivating others to uphold the Miter philosophy.
Ensure strict adherence to all safety policies and procedures, including the use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Collaborate with the maintenance manager and planner to establish Preventative Maintenance (PM) work priorities, secure necessary supplies, and evaluate the skills required for task completion.
Evaluate production equipment priorities to organize work assignments effectively.
Engage with team members to discuss upcoming PM work orders and delegate tasks based on individual skills and experience.
Ensure maintenance and repair tasks are completed safely, effectively, and promptly.
Provide assistance to team members facing technical challenges or advanced issues with their assignments.
Inspect the work performed by team members to ensure standards are met.
Audit workers' time, materials, and other resources for inventory management purposes.
Act as a liaison between production leadership and the maintenance team, collaborating with production leads and supervisors to prioritize business goals.
Partner with the maintenance team to address roadblocks or challenges effectively.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support team operations.