Team Lead, Maintenance - US

About the role

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader providing world-class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems. We make a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich lives worldwide. With over 100 years of breakthrough thermal solutions, our corporate values guide us to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

The Team Lead, Maintenance is responsible for leading a team of maintenance technicians while ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role balances hands-on technical expertise with people leadership, accountability, and execution of the Watlow Business System.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, develop, and hold accountable a team of Maintenance Technicians.
• 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.
• Monitor maintenance KPIs including uptime, PM completion, MTTR, and work order backlog.
• Support capital projects, equipment installations, and process improvements.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and maintenance documentation.
• Promote Watlow Values, leadership competencies, and continuous improvement.
• 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.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• 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

• 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
• Tuition reimbursement