Team Lead, Maintenance - US

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, develop, and hold accountable a team of Maintenance Technicians and mechanics.
• Plan and prioritize daily maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime.
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies using CMMS.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and HS&E to improve equipment reliability and safety.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and maintenance documentation.
• Promote Watlow Values, leadership competencies, and continuous improvement.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Conduct performance coaching, training, and development.
• Support staffing, onboarding, scheduling, and succession planning.
• Lead daily tier meetings and communicate priorities.
• Ensure compliance with Watlow policies.

Qualifications

• Average 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Average 2+ years of leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and automation systems.
• Experience with CMMS and Lean/continuous improvement preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment and includes standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance as needed, exposure to industrial noise and temperature variations, and occasional off-shift support.

Benefits

• The Watlow Total Compensation Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits.
• The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes an Annual Incentive Program, 401(k) plan with company match and annual company contribution tied to company performance, wellness incentives, Employee Personal Assistance Program, dental, medical, vision, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, personal time, and vacation, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences.