2nd shift Lead Maintenance Technician

About the role

Responsible for assisting the Maintenance Manager in the accomplishment of departmental goals. Primary responsibility will include planning and implementation of plant projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of plant projects, including:
  • Analyzing possible solutions
  • Communicating with affected parties regarding possible solutions
  • Preparing recommended plan of action
  • Communicating with management regarding approval of plan
  • Designing project to include required labor and material
  • Negotiating with vendors for materials
  • Preparing and obtaining approval for estimated costs based on material and labor expectations
  • Establishing deadline for completion of project
  • Supervising project through completion by established deadline
• Coach, teach, train, motivate and oversee Maintenance Associates to accomplish the goals of the company
• Maintain communication with Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Associates, Production Supervisor and Operation’s Manager
• Complete all required paperwork
• Communicate, administer and enforce company rules, policies and procedures consistently and equitably
• Ensure food packaging safety, food defense and quality standards
• Participate as an Alternate team member, providing coverage for said responsibilities in absence and covering for Alternate team member’s responsibilities in case of their absence
• Build cooperation and team spirit among Maintenance Associates through effective utilization of employee relation skills
• Assist with other duties as determined by Maintenance Supervisor

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Five years of supervisory experience
• Millwright experience to include moving and installing equipment
• Excellent welding and fabrication skills
• Ability to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read blueprints and work with or without prints
• Proficient math skills
• Ability to work with minimal or no supervision
• Ability to organize and plan work
• Positive attitude
• Ability to handle stress of deadlines and constantly changing priorities
• Willingness to work any shift and overtime as required
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Highly safety conscious

Benefits

• Employee-owned
• Advancement Opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)