Maintenance Lead

About the Role

Atlas Molded Products is seeking a 1st shift Maintenance Lead for the Kansas City, KS facility. This role involves performing preventative functions, repairing or replacing machinery, and serving as an advanced technical resource in a maintenance specialty such as fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, or controllers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all new and existing equipment or machinery operates properly.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to identify root causes.
• Rebuild and reseal components as needed to ensure functionality.
• Assist in repairs to buildings or grounds.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) on all machinery as scheduled by the Maintenance Manager.
• Work off-shift hours as necessary to perform maintenance around the production schedule.
• Assist with manufacturing and installation of new equipment.
• Properly document maintenance performed in eMaintenance for accurate record-keeping.
• Serve as an advanced technical resource in a maintenance specialty (e.g., fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, controllers).
• Lead projects or shifts to accomplish maintenance goals as directed by the Maintenance Manager or General Manager.
• Order parts and work with outside vendors as required.
• Adhere to all safety best practices, including lock out/tag out procedures.
• Operate forklifts and scissor lifts within established safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Supply hand tools required for the job.
• Perform any other assigned functions and responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May oversee day-to-day activities and schedules of department personnel.
• Does not have hiring or firing authority but may make recommendations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience with maintenance or mechanical systems preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with general maintenance/mechanical systems and associated safety procedures required.
• Advanced knowledge and experience within a given specialty (e.g., boilers, fabrication, controllers) required.

Skills & Abilities

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to use simple math and basic handheld measuring tools.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in groups.
• Problem-solving skills applicable to mechanical systems.
• General understanding of manufacturing processes, quality standards, equipment operations, safety requirements, and departmental procedures.
• Valid driver record and insurance coverage to enable legal and safe driving of company vehicles.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Moderate to heavy physical effort, including sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, climbing steps or ladders, and reaching forward or above head level.
• Ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate assigned machinery.
• Tolerance for temperature changes for the entire shift.

Additional Information

• Must be verified by a supervisor to sign off on procedures within 2 months of hire.
• Additional training may be required as recommended by the Maintenance Manager or Division General Manager.
• Duties may vary slightly across the division and locations.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.