Lead Maintenance Technician - PLC & Equipment Systems

Boar's Head Brand; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boar's Head Brand is seeking a Maintenance Lead Person to oversee the plant's equipment maintenance, including preventive tasks, and support the supervisor and facilities manager with projects and department direction. The role requires hands-on expertise in machine controls (PLC, relay, motor drives), welding (TIG/MIG), and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems while ensuring GMP/SOP compliance.

You will train junior mechanics, coordinate priorities with Operations, and maintain safety

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus specialized training.
• Must work well in a team with department personnel and facility staff.
• Over 5 years of mechanical experience showing growing mechanical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Directs crews and sets priorities with Facility and Operations Management.
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and other mechanical systems.
• Ensure GMPs and SOPs, maintain Food Safety rules in Maintenance.
• Train new employees and assist with maintenance reporting.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Machine controls (PLC)

Welding ( TIG / MIG )

Mechanical maintenance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Specialized maintenance training

Tools

Shop equipment

TIG welding

MIG welding

Lathe

Millwork

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Boar's Head Brand is seeking a Maintenance Lead Person to oversee the plant's equipment maintenance, including preventive tasks, and support the supervisor and facilities manager with projects and department direction. The role requires hands-on expertise in machine controls (PLC, relay, motor drives), welding (TIG/MIG), and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems while ensuring GMP/SOP compliance.

You will train junior mechanics, coordinate priorities with Operations, and maintain safety