Maintenance Lead

FIDELITY MANUFACTURING•McGregor, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

As Fidelity Manufacturing opens its new Texas plant, they are seeking a Maintenance Lead to establish and lead the maintenance function from the ground up. This role is for a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys building processes, solving complex equipment and facility challenges, and making a lasting impact. Initially, the position will be an individual contributor, but it is designed to grow into a leadership role responsible for developing and guiding a maintenance team as the Texas operations expand. The Maintenance Lead is responsible for the maintenance, repair, reliability, and continuous improvement of facility infrastructure, manufacturing equipment, and building systems. This position serves as the primary maintenance resource for the Texas facility and will establish preventive maintenance programs, equipment reliability processes, and maintenance standards that support safe and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills, experience in a manufacturing environment, and the ability to work independently while driving improvements in safety, equipment uptime, and operational performance. Experience maintaining and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment such as forklifts, welding equipment, press brakes, shears, band saws, automated saws, plasma tables, and overhead cranes is highly desirable. As the facility grows, this role will evolve into a leadership position responsible for training, mentoring, and directing a maintenance team.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, fabrication, or heavy equipment environment.
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with 120V through 480V three-phase systems.
Experience repairing and maintaining mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing preventive maintenance programs in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong computer skills, including experience with maintenance management software, Microsoft Office applications, and digital work order systems.
Experience utilizing CMMS platforms to manage maintenance schedules, track repairs, document asset history, and generate reports.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.

Nice To Haves

Experience troubleshooting and repairing 480V three-phase electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with FIIX CMMS or similar computerized maintenance management systems.
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting overhead cranes, forklifts, welding equipment, press brakes, shears, band saws, automated saws, and plasma tables.
Technical certification, trade school training, or equivalent education in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Experience in welding and metal fabrication.
Previous lead, supervisory, or management experience.
Experience supporting startup operations, plant expansions, or new facility launches.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Continuous Improvement principles.

Responsibilities

Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on manufacturing equipment, facility infrastructure, and building systems.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, HVAC, welding, and fabrication-related systems.
Troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems including 120V, 240V, 277V, and 480V three-phase equipment.
Perform maintenance and repair of material handling and production equipment, including forklifts, welding equipment, press brakes, shears, band saws, automated saws, plasma tables, and overhead crane systems.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and facility emergencies to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurring failures.
Maintain facility lighting, offices, grounds, utilities, and building infrastructure.
Support equipment installations, facility expansion projects, machine moves, and capital improvement initiatives.
Ensure equipment and facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations and company standards.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Create maintenance schedules, inspection procedures, and standard operating practices for the Texas facility.
Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to schedule, document, track, and analyze maintenance activities, equipment performance, and corrective actions.
Establish maintenance documentation, work order tracking, equipment histories, and preventive maintenance records using the company's FIIX CMMS platform.
Generate and analyze maintenance reports and key performance metrics to support operational decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
Manage spare parts inventory and recommend appropriate stocking levels to support operational needs.
Assist in the development and management of maintenance budgets and expenditures.
Serve as the facility's lead maintenance professional and technical resource.
Establish maintenance standards, expectations, and best practices for the plant.
Coordinate maintenance priorities and ensure timely completion of work orders.
Partner with production, engineering, quality, and operations teams to support company objectives.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, mentoring, and developing future maintenance team members.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Support ISO, OSHA, and company compliance initiatives as required.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.