Maintenance Lead Technician - Hybrid Night Shift

Paradise Tomato Kitchen•Louisville, KY
•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maintenance Lead Technician plans, directs, and coordinates the Maintenance Department’s work activities and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the maintenance area and plant equipment. The role oversees equipment, building, and facility maintenance and repair; assigns and leads maintenance staff; and ensures work is completed promptly and safely while facilities and equipment are maintained to high standards. The Maintenance Lead works directly with the Operations Shift Supervisor and Quality Technician to support food and worker safety, sanitation, quality, and efficiency (SSQE). The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM. Longer hours or weekend work may occasionally be required.

Requirements

  • Experience with PLC troubleshooting, HVAC, fabrication, TIG welding, and MIG welding.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, programmable controllers, and motor-control electrical troubleshooting.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others orally or in writing.
  • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
  • Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively lead others.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces.
  • Ability to climb up and down ladders and work at various heights.
  • Ability to occasionally push, pull, lift, or carry 50 pounds or less.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical direction and maintenance leadership.
  • Lead maintenance staff, assign tasks, and help diagnose malfunctions.
  • Determine work schedules and assignments according to priorities through the CMMS (eMaint).
  • Respond to emergency calls and take appropriate action.
  • Perform preventative maintenance checks as an audit step for mechanics.
  • Record assigned data.
  • Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
  • Apply best-practice procedures in electrical maintenance.
  • Support preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
  • Support plant environmental safety programs to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
  • Work with other maintenance disciplines to develop and apply root-cause analysis and troubleshoot equipment and processes.
  • Follow GMPs and SOPs and maintain a current understanding of industry regulations and requirements of applicable government agencies.
  • Partner with the Operations Shift Supervisor and Quality Technician to support food and worker safety, sanitation, quality, and efficiency.
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