Manufacturing Technician Lead
Job Description
Responsible for leading daily maintenance activities, providing technical guidance to maintenance technicians, and ensuring the reliability, safety and efficiency of equipment and manufacturing facility. This role serves as a hands-on technical leader who coordinates work, prioritizes tasks, and supports continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with safety and operational standards.
Serve as a primary technical resource for troubleshooting complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
Pick up and perform hands-on maintenance, repairs and preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
Support and enforce safety policies, procedures and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EHS)
Train, mentor, and provide guidance to maintenance technicians
Aid in developing and improving preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Collaborate with production, engineering and management teams to support operational goals
Maintain accurate maintenance records, documentation and spare parts usage
Support equipment installations, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives
Escalate critical issues and recommend corrective actions to management
Additional Qualified Skills
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, PLC basics, hydraulics, and pneumatics
- Proven ability to lead or mentor maintenance personnel (previous supervisory experience preferred)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Familiar with CMMS systems and maintenance documentation
- Experience with Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
Basic Requirements
- AS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering or equivalent
- 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Target Base Salary Range
$59,500 - $90,000
Travel Requirements
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes