Lead Maintenance Mechanic

Lead Maintenance Mechanic

Are you looking to make a career change to an exciting company? This exciting opportunity as a Lead Maintenance Mechanic offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this role could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with plant leadership to support production schedules and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across maintenance, production, and shared work areas.
• Prepare and manage documentation and reports to support audits, safety compliance, and performance tracking.
• Oversee plant equipment to ensure effective preventive maintenance, including routine inspections, troubleshooting, and repair planning to maximize operational efficiency.
• Perform mechanical repairs on key equipment such as Raymond mills, pneumatic conveying systems, jaw crushers, belt conveyors, motors, and valves to minimize downtime.
• Monitor and maintain the performance of plant systems, including conveyors, mixers, and control panels, resolving operational issues promptly.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by plant leadership.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training in mechanical repair or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant maintenance experience; experience with mill maintenance is highly desirable.
• Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., MSHA) is a plus.
• Valid crane operation certification with hands-on experience required.
• Proven welding experience required.
• Forklift certification with practical operating experience required.
• 5+ years of maintenance or plant operations experience required; prior supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience in welding, fabrication, crane, and forklift operations required.
• MSHA certification and familiarity with ISO or Quality Management Systems are highly desirable.
• First Aid and CPR certification required or ability to obtain.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including power transmission, crushers, conveyor systems, Raymond mills, loaders, forklifts, and bagging equipment.
• Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and rebuild plant machinery using both power and hand tools.
• Solid knowledge of equipment design principles and maintenance best practices.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative and the ability to work independently.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, tools, and emerging technologies.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Direct Hire

Salary: $30-$40/hr