Maintenance Lead

About the role

The Maintenance Lead will be responsible for installing, maintaining, modifying, and repairing a wide variety of injection molding and assembly machines along with other automated equipment. Must also be able to perform building maintenance. This position has 3 direct reports and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee vendors for both facilities and equipment, this will include issuing PO’s.
• Work with blueprints, schematics, SOP’s and machine manuals
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair a variety of molding and automated machinery using available technology
• Will be required to order parts
• Operate drill press, grinder, welding, and other maintenance equipment to fabricate or repair parts
• Ability to troubleshoot/diagnose Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Working knowledge of programming of PLCs a plus
• Perform troubleshooting on mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic powered, electronically controlled robotic systems
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and electrical testing instruments associated with a manufacturing setting
• Perform routine preventative maintenance functions per schedule
• Ability to maintain computer-based machine repair and PM records system
• Comply with OSHA and all safety practices in repair and installation
• Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition
• Other tasks and duties as assigned
• Strategically Positions the Business: Understands customer specific requirements and defines both personnel and technical resources needed to provide on-time, high-quality service and delivery to customers accelerating revenue growth and increasing customer satisfaction.
• Delivers Results: Accountable for forecasting and delivering to monthly financial performance metrics related to revenue, labor, and costs meeting annual plan objectives.
• Leads Effectively: Leads and facilitates customer facing communication and pro-actively directs the resolution of issues through close collaboration with sales & engineering, manufacturing, quality, outside vendors, and other key stakeholders.
• Talent Development: Champions the ITW Leadership Development framework; sources, develops, and retains a diverse talent pipeline identifying key leaders for future roles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum two-year degree in Electromechanical Technology or equivalent work experience and training
• Specialty certification for Hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical
• At least 7 years' technical experience, plastic injection molding preferred, along with hands-on experience with raw materials, mold set-up, and troubleshooting skills for electric injection machines and auxiliary equipment
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal (English); good visual skills and reasoning ability
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Above basic math skills and reasoning ability
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform preventive maintenance functions
• Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to convert customer specifications to value added solutions

Skills / Knowledge

• Knowledge of the seating and automotive industry is preferred
• Understanding of plastic injection molding, tooling and assembly process
• 80/20 mindset and understanding
• Leadership skills
• Qualified candidate will possess good work ethic, is reliable, self-directed, and dedicated to quality.
• Must enjoy a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer skills
• Team player who demonstrates the ability to relate to employees at all levels of the organization
• Self-starter
• Strong Mechanical aptitude

Special Requirements

• Position requires travel, primarily within assigned region (approx. 5-10%).
• Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must be able to travel internationally, if required.