Maintenance Lead - 3rd Shift

MSI Express•Portage, IN

About The Position

The Maintenance Lead works under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager to support plant operations and equipment reliability. This role coordinates equipment operation and maintenance activities and collaborates with the Engineering and Production Managers. Key responsibilities include supporting preventive and proactive maintenance, assisting in resolving quality and efficiency issues, and identifying and implementing improvement opportunities. The Lead manages shop projects, supports equipment startups, and provides information and technical support to other departments to drive continuous improvement. Additional projects may be assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent; Technical degree or certification in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance preferred.
3 to 5 years’ experience in a food manufacturing facility with high-speed packaging equipment, motor controls and electronics is strongly preferred.
3 to 5 years’ experience in facilities management (HVAC, process safety management, building and grounds maintenance).
Ability to write work orders, parts requests, shift logs, routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manuals.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb and/or sit frequently or through the duration of the shift.
Required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and taste or smell.
Have appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly execute tasks.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly; occasionally lift and or move up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Oversee the maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings, and facility infrastructure.
Partner with the Maintenance Supervisor to plan work priorities, secure supplies, and determine required skill sets for assigned tasks.
Support decision-making that directly impacts production safety, quality, and efficiency.
Conduct training for team members as needed.
Enter data into work management and operational systems (e.g., Work orders, Asset Essentials, SafetyChain, and other applicable software).
Identify and eliminate waste within maintenance and production processes.
Take ownership of processes to support effective decision-making and problem-solving activities.
Perform related duties as assigned by management.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on all plant equipment.
Conduct root-cause analysis and troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, pneumatics, conveyors, blending equipment, scales, fillers, cartoners, coding/printing systems, electrical systems, compressed air, vacuum, and bulk-filling systems.
Train junior mechanics in equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance best practices.
Troubleshoot production and plant support equipment ranging from single-phase to three-phase systems (5 VDC–480 VAC).
Interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and system layouts.
Troubleshoot electrical wiring, relay logic, control circuits, and safety circuits.
Diagnose and repair electronic boards, PLCs, HMIs, displays, contactors, and motors.
Use electrical testing equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohm meters, and other diagnostic tools.
Troubleshoot mechanical issues involving power transmission systems, chain and belt drives, cams, bearings, and actuators.
Diagnose pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components.
Perform basic HVAC troubleshooting.
Tear down and rebuild gearboxes, clutches, actuators, and other assemblies required for equipment repairs.
Utilize hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment such as drill presses, grinders, torches, plasma cutters, pipe threaders, presses, calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring devices.
Fabricate parts, machine guards, and component modifications to support repairs and process improvements.
Perform welding on various metals using MIG, TIG, and Arc welding techniques.
Follow all company manufacturing policies and safety procedures, including PPE requirements, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), knife and hand safety, electrical safety, and other applicable safety practices.
Maintain responsibility for food safety and quality within the scope of work and report any related issues promptly to authorized personnel.