Mechanical Program Lead III

Title: Mechanical Program Lead III

Pay Rate Range: $35-45/hr (DOE)

Employment Type: Contract

Assignment Duration: 11 Months

Schedule: Monday Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Occasional OT)

Location: Newton, NC 28658

Job Code: JPC- 12728

Tekberry is looking for a highly qualified and motivated Mechanical Program Lead III to work on-site with our client in Newton, NC. This position provides on-site leadership, technical expertise, and project coordination to ensure installations are completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain safe work practices and promptly report hazardous conditions or unsafe behaviors to the project team.
• Lead installation and debugging activities to meet milestones and schedules for successful capacity expansions.
• Design and implement mechanical solutions and process changes that improve manufacturing equipment capability.
• Resolve mechanical and process issues through data analysis, experience, and collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Manage spare-parts identification and storeroom entry based on supplier or engineering recommendations, accounting for available inventory across both plants.
• Create and maintain engineering and operations documentation.
• Train operations personnel on equipment and process changes.

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of mechanical systems and equipment, including pumps, motors, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Align, test, and calibrate mechanical systems after installation.
• Diagnose complex mechanical failures and recommend effective solutions.
• Use blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to support troubleshooting and repairs.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.
• Partner with other departments to implement process improvements.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Associate degree.
• A high school diploma may be accepted with substantial hands-on experience.

Required Experience:

• At least three years of experience installing new equipment in a manufacturing environment; startup experience is preferred.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, industrial equipment, and installation methods.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience leading crews in industrial, manufacturing, semiconductor, energy, or similar environments.

Required Skills:

• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and processes.
• Strong technical foundation and mechanical engineering skills.
• Ability to independently prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing installation environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Expertise in pneumatics, bearings, gear systems, conveyors, and other mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Knowledge of industrial safety regulations and practices.
• Basic computer skills for recordkeeping and use of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Certifications:

• Mechatronics trade credentials are highly preferred.
• Relevant mechanical or industrial certifications, such as Millwright, or Welding, are a plus.

Desired Skills:

• Strong leadership skills
• Hands-on experience with commercial manufacturing equipment.
• Project leadership or management experience, including milestone management and budget accountability.
• Experience managing vendors and suppliers on-site and remotely.
• CAD experience.
• Experience with Maximo, or maintenance leadership.
• Detail-oriented and able to work with limited supervision.

Soft Skills:

• Leadership experience in technical project management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Ability to allocate and supervise resources to meet aggressive project milestones, schedules, specifications, and budgets.
• Ability to shift priorities quickly.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel between project sites in Newton and Hickory, North Carolina.

Work Schedule and Flexibility:

• Standard schedule is 40 hours per week, with overtime expected. Project demands may require periodic off-hours coverage to complete work and coordinate with team members.

Tekberry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Tekberry is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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