Lead Maintenance Technician
About The Position
Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance operations of injection molding equipment on a shift. This role serves as the technical expert on the maintenance team, providing hands-on support in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues. The Lead Tech ensures that all equipment is maintained in optical condition to support continuous production and minimize downtime. In addition to performing complex maintenance tasks, the Lead Maintenance Technician coordinates work assignments, mentors’ junior technicians, and ensures compliance with safety protocols and preventatives maintenance schedules. This position plays a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, supporting process improvements, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the maintenance team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalency; technical degree or certification in industrial maintenance, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in injection molding maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of injection molding machines, robotics, and auxiliary equipment.
- Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical,electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Strong organizational and communication abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Commitment to safety and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians in performing preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Work with Maintenance Manager to effectively provide appropriate procedures to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, and perform necessary repairs.
- Coordinate with production teams to minimize downtime and optimize machines’ performance.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, parts inventory, and equipment history.
- Train and mentor maintenance technicians, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and knowledge.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies, promoting a safe working environment.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance processes and equipment performance.
- Assist with managing spare parts inventory, ensuring availability of critical components.
- Collaborate with external vendors and service providers as needed.
- Follow and support all Company Safety, GMP, HACCP policies.
- Follow and support all Company ISO, QMS and QSI policies.
- Maintain the highest quality of services rendered.
- Maintain good housekeeping in the shop and on the plant floor.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
- Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
- Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
- Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
