Production Lead

AMMEGA • Franklin Park, IL

72d

About The Position

The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and inspection of all installed equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety. This role involves managing predictive maintenance, inventory of parts and tools, and leading a team to ensure effective operations. The Production Lead will also assist in budget management, interact with maintenance contractors, and ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) regulations. The position requires availability for on-call responsibilities and a commitment to continuous improvement in maintenance processes and plant efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance certifications).
• Proven experience working in an industrial environment involving manufacturing, automated, and modern equipment.
• Knowledge and/or exposure to continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to lead a team and project, including coordination of employees and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, and testing of all installed equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Tracks repair history and reviews/updates the plan for predictive maintenance.
• Manage parts and tool inventory to ensure timely repairs.
• Training, scheduling, and task delegation of the team.
• Assists in the development and execution of the maintenance budget, including cost control and procurement of necessary materials.
• Interacts with maintenance contractors for quotes, pricing negotiations, and ensuring compliance with AMMEGA guidelines.
• Ensures compliance with EHS regulations and reporting requirements.
• Availability for facility management-related issues that arise outside of regular working hours.
• Works with production to optimize machine uptime and ensure equipment meets production requirements.
• Continuously seeks ways to improve maintenance processes, equipment reliability, and overall plant efficiency.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, overseeing waste disposal practices, monitoring energy consumption, and implementing strategies to minimize the facility's environmental impact.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees