Maintenance Group Leader

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW

FRANKLIN INDUSTRIES is seeking a Group Leader for our Maintenance Team.

The Maintenance Group Lead is responsible for coordinating the daily activities of the Maintenance Department while actively performing the duties of an Industrial Maintenance Technician (Millwright).

This position serves as the Maintenance Manager's primary operational coordinator by organizing daily maintenance assignments, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance activities, supporting work planning, assisting with parts procurement, maintaining maintenance documentation, and ensuring maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Franklin Industries' maintenance standards.

As a working leader, the Maintenance Group Lead performs mechanical maintenance while providing day-to-day operational direction, supporting workforce development, and promoting equipment reliability throughout the facility.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated competency as an Industrial Maintenance Technician (Millwright).
• Minimum five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience using CMMS software.
• Ability to read blueprints, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Preferred

• Heavy manufacturing or steel industry experience.
• Experience coordinating maintenance projects.
• Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
• Supervisory or leadership training.
• Purchasing or inventory experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

• Promote and model safe maintenance practices.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Monitor maintenance activities for safe work practices.
• Conduct job safety discussions as appropriate.
• Report safety concerns promptly.
• Participate in safety meetings and investigations.

Maintenance Coordination

• Coordinate daily maintenance activities.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager in prioritizing work assignments.
• Coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance schedules.
• Monitor work progress and communicate priorities.
• Coordinate maintenance support for production departments.
• Support efficient utilization of maintenance resources.

Mechanical Maintenance

• Perform all duties of an Industrial Maintenance Technician (Millwright).
• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Support emergency repairs.
• Assist with equipment installations and modifications.

Work Planning

• Assist in developing daily maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate planned shutdown activities.
• Ensure work orders are properly assigned and completed.
• Monitor work order status.
• Assist with maintenance planning and scheduling.

CMMS and Documentation

• Maintain accurate CMMS work orders.
• Review completed maintenance documentation.
• Assist in maintaining equipment history.
• Support preventative maintenance scheduling.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.

Parts and Inventory Support

• Assist with identifying replacement parts.
• Coordinate parts requests with the Storeroom Support Associate.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager with purchasing recommendations.
• Monitor maintenance inventory requirements.
• Support inventory accuracy.

Workforce Development

• Assist with onboarding new maintenance associates.
• Reinforce Franklin Industries' maintenance standards.
• Provide day-to-day coaching and guidance.
• Support cross-training within the department.
• Communicate performance observations to the Maintenance Manager.

Production Support

• Coordinate maintenance activities with Production leadership.
• Communicate equipment status and repair progress.
• Support planned shutdowns and equipment startups.
• Minimize production interruptions through effective coordination.
• Assist with emergency response during equipment failures.

Equipment Reliability

• Support preventative maintenance initiatives.
• Monitor recurring equipment failures.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis activities.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance procedures.
• Support reliability improvement projects.

Housekeeping

• Support Franklin Industries' housekeeping and 3S initiatives.
• Maintain organized maintenance work areas.
• Ensure tools and equipment are properly stored.
• Promote housekeeping standards throughout the Maintenance Department.

Communication and Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with:
• Maintenance Manager
• Senior Millwright
• Industrial Maintenance Technicians
• Millwright Apprentices
• Industrial Electricians
• Welder/Fabricator
• Lubrication Technician
• Production Leadership
• Storeroom Support Associate
• Communicate maintenance priorities, equipment status, and project updates.
• Foster teamwork throughout the Maintenance Department.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance planning, workflow, and equipment reliability.
• Support implementation of approved improvements.

Other Duties

• Participate in shutdowns and capital projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Success Factors

Successful Maintenance Group Leads consistently demonstrate:

Care - Commitment to safety, equipment reliability, and quality workmanship.

Passion - Ownership of maintenance execution and production support.

Respect - Professional leadership, communication, and collaboration.

Learn - Continuous development of maintenance and leadership knowledge.

Integrity - Accountability, consistency, and sound judgment.

Teamwork - Support of departmental and organizational objectives.

Additional competencies include:

• Maintenance Coordination
• Work Planning
• CMMS Management
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Preventative Maintenance
• Equipment Reliability
• Coaching and Development
• Communication
• Organization
• Decision Making

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described below represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

The associate must be able to:

• Perform all physical requirements of an Industrial Maintenance Technician (Millwright).
• Stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Work around heavy industrial equipment, overhead cranes, and elevated work areas.
• Alternate between office, shop, and production environments.

Working Conditions

• Safety-sensitive position.
• Heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to heat, sparks, welding fumes, noise, vibration, dust, overhead cranes, and varying temperatures.
• Required use of PPE including welding helmet, welding gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, FR clothing, respiratory protection (when required), and safety footwear.

Performance Standards

Performance will be evaluated using the following criteria:

Safety

• Promotion of safe maintenance practices.
• Compliance with safety procedures and Lockout/Tagout requirements.

Maintenance Coordination

• Effective prioritization and coordination of daily maintenance activities.
• Timely completion of scheduled work.
• Efficient utilization of maintenance resources.

Mechanical Performance

• Quality of repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Support of equipment reliability objectives.
• Responsiveness to production needs.

Workforce Development

• Effectiveness coaching and developing maintenance associates.
• Successful onboarding and cross-training efforts.
• Reinforcement of Franklin Industries' maintenance standards.

Equipment Reliability

• Support of preventative maintenance and reliability initiatives.
• Participation in Root Cause Analysis.
• Reduction of recurring equipment failures.

Documentation

• Accuracy and completeness of CMMS documentation.
• Effective maintenance planning and work order management.

Communication and Teamwork

• Professional communication with Maintenance and Production leadership.
• Positive collaboration across departments.

Attendance

• Dependability and punctuality.

Leadership Development Expectations

Within 90 days of placement into this position, associates are expected to:

• Demonstrate proficiency coordinating daily maintenance operations while performing Millwright responsibilities.
• Demonstrate competency planning work, prioritizing maintenance activities, and coordinating with Production leadership.
• Demonstrate effectiveness coaching Millwright Apprentices and Industrial Maintenance Technicians while supporting the technical expertise of the Senior Millwright.
• Demonstrate competency maintaining CMMS work orders, supporting maintenance planning, and coordinating parts and materials.
• Demonstrate sound judgment balancing production priorities, equipment reliability, and associate safety.
• Perform assigned duties independently with minimal supervision.

Machines/Equipment used for Position:

• CMMS Software
• Computer
• Radios
• Precision Measuring Equipment
• Hand Tools
• Power Tools
• Hydraulic Equipment
• Pneumatic Equipment
• Welding Equipment
• Forklifts and Lifting Equipment (as qualified)

STARTING PAY - $30/hour, depending on previous experience. (OT is paid at 1.5x pay after 40 hours). New employees are eligible for merit raises and more cross training opportunities after passing their 90-day probationary period.

The following incentives are also available:

• Bonus and production incentives
• Referral bonuses
• Paid holidays

BENEFITS - available on the first of the month, following 60 days of employment

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K Match
• $15 K Life Insurance paid for by company
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Other benefits also offered

ABOUT FRANKLIN INDUSTRIES

In 1901, Franklin Rolling Mill & Foundry Company was founded in Franklin, PA. Right in the middle of Steel Country, Franklin Industries is less than two hours from Pittsburgh, where Andrew Carnegie's steel empire ruled the steel industry in the early 20th century.

We're another two hours from Johnstown, PA, where the first steel rails for the railroad (our raw material) were made. Steel rails linked Chicago and New York together with high capacity rails creating America's manufacturing powerhouse.

Our families have made an honest living in quality manufacturing for generations and are proud to continue that great tradition.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

It is the policy of Franklin Industries to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

The HR Department is required to check the criminal background of all job offerees. Having a criminal record does not block an applicant from securing a job at Franklin Industries. We review all criminal records on a case-by-case basis.

The HR Department sends all job offerees to an external testing site for a physical (vitals, vision, and hearing) and a drug screen. Securing the job is contingent on passing the physical and the drug screen.