Maintenance Team Leader

Autokiniton • Lebanon, TN

13d • $34 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Team Leader at AUTOKINITON's Lebanon, TN facility is responsible for leading and coordinating a team of maintenance technicians to ensure the reliable and efficient operation of all production equipment, tooling, and facility systems. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, maximizing equipment availability, and supporting the plant's overall operational excellence goals. The Maintenance Team Leader serves as a hands-on technical resource and people leader, driving a culture of proactive maintenance, safety compliance, and continuous improvement across the maintenance department.

Requirements

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians on assigned shifts, ensuring all team members are performing their duties safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards and procedures.
• Coordinate and prioritize daily maintenance activities including preventive maintenance (PM), predictive maintenance, and corrective maintenance tasks to minimize production downtime and maximize equipment uptime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures on stamping presses, robotic systems, conveyors, and other production equipment, providing hands-on support as needed.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs to extend equipment life and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Ensure all maintenance work orders are accurately documented in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), tracking labor hours, parts usage, and equipment history.
• Collaborate closely with production supervisors and managers to schedule maintenance activities that minimize disruption to production schedules and meet customer delivery requirements.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, coordinating with procurement to ensure critical components are available while controlling costs.
• Enforce and champion all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations within the maintenance department, conducting regular safety audits and toolbox talks.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and maintenance cost reduction using lean manufacturing and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Participate in new equipment installations, modifications, and commissioning activities, ensuring proper documentation and training for the maintenance team.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching and development feedback, and support the professional growth of maintenance team members.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors for specialized repairs, equipment upgrades, and facility maintenance projects, ensuring work is completed safely and to specification.
• Support environmental compliance activities and ensure proper handling and disposal of maintenance-related materials in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Assist in the development and management of the maintenance department budget, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising equipment reliability or safety.
• Participate in cross-functional teams and plant-wide initiatives focused on quality, safety, and operational performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians on assigned shifts, ensuring all team members are performing their duties safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards and procedures.
• Coordinate and prioritize daily maintenance activities including preventive maintenance (PM), predictive maintenance, and corrective maintenance tasks to minimize production downtime and maximize equipment uptime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures on stamping presses, robotic systems, conveyors, and other production equipment, providing hands-on support as needed.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs to extend equipment life and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Ensure all maintenance work orders are accurately documented in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), tracking labor hours, parts usage, and equipment history.
• Collaborate closely with production supervisors and managers to schedule maintenance activities that minimize disruption to production schedules and meet customer delivery requirements.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, coordinating with procurement to ensure critical components are available while controlling costs.
• Enforce and champion all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations within the maintenance department, conducting regular safety audits and toolbox talks.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and maintenance cost reduction using lean manufacturing and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Participate in new equipment installations, modifications, and commissioning activities, ensuring proper documentation and training for the maintenance team.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching and development feedback, and support the professional growth of maintenance team members.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors for specialized repairs, equipment upgrades, and facility maintenance projects, ensuring work is completed safely and to specification.
• Support environmental compliance activities and ensure proper handling and disposal of maintenance-related materials in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Assist in the development and management of the maintenance department budget, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising equipment reliability or safety.
• Participate in cross-functional teams and plant-wide initiatives focused on quality, safety, and operational performance improvements.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with Company contribution match
• Up to 15 paid holidays annually
• Tool allowance for Skilled Trades Associates
• Relocation assistance (including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for Skilled Trades and Salaried positions)
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• On-the-job training
• Learning management systems
• Advancement opportunities from within the organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed