Maintenance Lead

About the role

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with customers to advance progress through innovation—from producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures, improving renewable energy technology, and more. The Maintenance Lead ensures the reliability, safety, and performance of manufacturing equipment and facility systems, leading preventive maintenance programs, coordinating maintenance activities, managing work orders and contractors, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role partners closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Safety to maximize equipment uptime and support operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program and maintenance work order system.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and prioritize maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Drive equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve equipment issues.
• Coordinate outside contractors and facility maintenance services.
• Ensure compliance with inspections, permits, certifications, and safety requirements.
• Support automation, equipment upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
• Utilize Root Cause Analysis and PDCA to resolve recurring equipment issues.
• Track maintenance KPIs, including MTBF, MTTR, PM completion, work order performance, and equipment downtime.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and support internal and external audits.
• Promote a safe work environment and compliance with company policies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and work order systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree or trade certification.
• Experience repairing and maintaining machining centers or other industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with CMMS software.
• Knowledge of PLCs, automation, or industrial controls.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, or continuous improvement methodologies.

Skills

• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Proactive, safety-focused problem solver.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player who can influence others without direct authority.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.