Lead Maintenance Mechanic

Lead Maintenance Mechanic – 1st ShiftLocation: Mira Loma, CAShift: 2nd Shift (2:00pm-10:30pm)Company: Magnolia Foods LLCCompensation: $34.50 – $37.50 per hour, depends on experience. (Must have food manufacturing experience)Magnolia Foods LLC, a fast-growing manufacturer of tortillas, chips, baked goods, and Latin-inspired specialties, is seeking a dependable and experienced Lead Mechanic to oversee maintenance operations during the 2nd shift. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of manufacturing, packaging, and facility equipment in a high-volume food manufacturing environment.Summary of FunctionsThe Lead Mechanic is responsible for coordinating and executing maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting activities across the plant. This includes allocating resources, scheduling preventive maintenance, and guiding the technical work of other maintenance technicians. The role requires both administrative oversight and active participation in equipment servicing and problem resolution.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate maintenance activities for the 2nd shift teamAllocate labor and resources to meet production and maintenance goalsPerform and assist with preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on manufacturing, packaging, and facility equipmentEnsure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, SQF, and other regulatory standardsMinimize downtime by educating production staff on preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring adherenceComplete weekly plant assignments and document tasks using maintenance tracking formsService Ammonia and Freon refrigeration systems used in industrial applicationsMentor and train new maintenance team membersInspect and measure parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision toolsDiagnose issues by observing equipment, listening for irregularities, and using testing instrumentsDismantle, repair, and reassemble mechanical and electrical componentsFabricate replacement parts using machine shop equipmentMonitor inventory levels of tools, parts, and supplies; initiate restocking as neededMaintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with company proceduresAttend technical workshops to stay current with industry standardsWear required PPE and follow lockout/tagout proceduresPromote accountability by providing performance feedback to team membersAssist in managing departmental labor and maximizing resource utilizationQualificationsProven experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance within a food manufacturing or industrial settingStrong leadership and team coordination skillsFamiliarity with refrigeration systems (Ammonia and Freon) preferredAbility to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and manualsSkilled in using precision measuring tools and machine shop instrumentationStrong understanding of safety regulations and compliance standardsExcellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilitiesEffective communication and documentation skillsAbility to work independently and lead a team during the 1st ShiftExperience in food production, processing, or packaging is essential for success in this role