Senior Maintenance Lead

Position Title: Senior Maintenance LeadShift: 1st shift 7am-3pmAccountability: Manufacturing Engineering ManagerJob Summary: A working maintenance leader who provides technical direction to the maintenance team owns complex maintenance and improvement projects and serves as the primary technical resource between Maintenance Engineering and Production. As a Senior Maintenance Lead they will be expected to identify operational inefficiencies and execute solutions independently. This role requires a high-level self-starter who can manage their own workflow and lead technical projects from inception to completion without needing constant supervision. Performs semi-routine and complex maintenance duties which include troubleshooting of electrical ac/dc drives electronics hydraulic and mechanical equipment making repairs and modifications performs preventative Requirements and Responsibilities:1. Perform troubleshooting programming and monitoring of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).2. Read and comprehend machine related drawings and technical information.3. Trouble shoot and repair/rebuild as needed to assure production continuity for equipment such as twisters towers extruders and related equipment.4. Maintain physical system of plant such as Boiler furnace A/C air compressor etc.5. Perform preventative maintenance duties such as greasing component changes etc. based upon Preventative Maintenance schedule.6. Report for overtime or call-in assignments as required supporting production.7. Provide recommendations for modifications to equipment or processes to Manufacturing Engineer.8. Develop innovative parts or modifications for processes and equipment.9. Modify and refurbish tooling.10. Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.11 Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.12. Keep maintenance and parts area clean.13. Provide technical direction and support to maintenance technicians when troubleshooting complex equipment problems.14. Analyze equipment failures and assist in identifying root causes to prevent repeat failures.15. Prioritize maintenance activities based on safety production requirements equipment criticality and available resources.16. Lead maintenance projects from planning through completion including identifying parts resources labor requirements and timelines.17. Monitor the status of maintenance projects and communicate progress delays and concerns to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.18. Train and mentor maintenance employees on equipment troubleshooting methods safe work practices and proper maintenance procedures.19. Assist with developing and improving preventative and predictive maintenance programs.20. Identify recurring equipment problems and recommend permanent corrective actions.21. Ensure maintenance work is performed safely correctly and in accordance with established procedures.22. Providing maintenance employees accountability for completing assigned work maintaining proper housekeeping and following safety requirements.23. Assist Manufacturing Engineering with equipment upgrades process improvements capital projects and equipment installations.34. Serve as a technical resource between Maintenance Manufacturing Engineering and Production toresolve equipment and process issues.25. Maintain accurate documentation of repairs modifications projects and equipment Skills: 1. Minimum 10 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated proficiency in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.2. Must be able to operate a variety of industrial tools. **3. Must take applicable safety training such as Lock out /Tag out confined space etc.4. Must be detailed oriented and mechanically inclined5. Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems with electronic controls7. Must be able to lift to 100 lb. and work in awkward and unpleasant positions. **8. Must be able to use and manipulate computer applications such Word and Excel.9. Must be able to install maintain modify and repair all electrical distribution systems and associated electrical equipment. (i.e. single and 3 phase)10. Must be willing and able to work mandatory overtime assignments.11. Must have outstanding attendance pattern.12. Must be able to work independently. 13. Must be able to use Volt/Ohm meter amp meter Oscilloscope Megaohm meter. 14 Must understand PLC ladder logic and read Demands:Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift regularly lifting up to 100 lbs. frequent pulling pushing bending and working above ground level. The ability to perform visual inspection is a necessity. Occasionally on call for Plant. Safety:Report all potential hazards and/or accidents immediately. **Follow all company safety policies and procedures. **Mandatory Job Requirements: Demonstrates ability to lead mentor and provide technical direction for other maintenance have minimum 3 years of experience programing PLCsMust understand single and three phase electrical understand AC/DC drive systems and be able to read blueprints and electrical schematicsProject Leadership: Seeking a proactive self-starting Senior Maintenance Lead capable of spearheading complex repair projects and preventative maintenance programs with minimal oversight.** Indicates essential functions of the job#Ll-BC1

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