0990 Maintenance Team Leader-2nd Shift

Lear Corporation; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Lear Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician- Team Leader in Auburn Hills, MI. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and improve automated production equipment, diagnosing electrical, mechanical and computer‑controlled systems while leading a maintenance team to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Your role includes coordinating work, supporting startup and validation of equipment, mentoring teammates, and driving improvements in downtime and reliability to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• 5 Years experience in the manufacturing maintenance field.
• Experience in automotive production and high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electrical/mechanical/computer systems work.
• Proficiency with industrial automation language.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical or Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Industrial maintenance, Electronics or related field.
• Certifications (Lockout tagout)
• Journeymen’s Card
• Demonstrated history of leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automated manufacturing systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Perform preventative maintenance per schedules and standards.
• Support production teams.
• Support startup, commissioning, and validation of new or modified equipment.
• Follow all safety, OSHA, and plant procedures, including lockout/tagout.
• Coordinate and prioritize work assignments to ensure timely completion of maintenance activities.
• Support training, mentoring, and skill development of team members.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, policies, and procedures across the team.
• Partner with production leadership to align maintenance support with operational needs.
• Monitor work quality and ensure completion meets plant and company standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including downtime reduction and equipment reliability.
• Assist in planning and execution of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support reporting requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Computer systems

Industrial automation language

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Industrial maintenance, Electronics or related field

Journeyman’s Card

Lockout tagout certification

Tools

Industrial automation language

Job description

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We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. What we are trying to say is we want to be more for you.

We are your path to a better career, a better future, and a better you.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, flawlessly manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we are one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Maintenance Technician- Team Leader

As a member of the Maintenance team, the Maintenance Leader will be responsible formaintaining, troubleshooting, and improving automated production equipment. This position diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, and computer‑controlled systems, executes preventive maintenance, and supports production teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of machinery. In addition, this role provides leadership and coordination for maintenance activities, supporting team performance, development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Role:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automated manufacturing systems
• Read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and blueprints
• Perform preventative maintenance per schedules and standards
• Support production teams
• Support startup, commissioning, and validation of new or modified equipment
• Follow all safety, OSHA, and plant procedures, including lockout/tagout.
• Coordinate and prioritize work assignments to ensure timely completion of maintenance activities
• Support training, mentoring, and skill development of team members
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, policies, and procedures across the team
• Partner with production leadership to align maintenance support with operational needs
• Monitor work quality and ensure completion meets plant and company standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including downtime reduction and equipment reliability
• Assist in planning and execution of preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support reporting requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for long periods of time, climbing stairs or ladders, bending/crouching.
• The ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
• Working at heights when needed

Your Qualifications:

• 5 Years experience in the manufacturing maintenance field
• Experience in automotive production and high-volume manufacturing
• Strong understanding of electrical/ mechanical/ computer systems work
• Proficiency with industrial automation language
• High school diploma or GED
• Technical or Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Industrial maintenance, Electronics or related field.
• Certifications (Lockout tagout)
• Journeymen’s Card
• Demonstrated history of leading teams

Bonus If You Have:

• Experience with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa)
• Experience with HMI systems and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, etc.)
• Knowledge of safety standards (machine safety, guarding, interlocks)
• Lean / TPM experience
• Employee assistance program
• Health insuranc e
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off

Compensation Data

• Overtime opportunities available
• Pay: $36/hr
• 1st Shift/Mid Shift until Q1 of 2027, then the role will transition to second shift based on business needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair,merit ‑ basedemployment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodationsin accordance withapplicablelaw. Forassistanceduring the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants mustsubmittheir resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized towork in the country where the position islocated. Unsolicited resumes from search firms,employment agencies, orsimilar, willnot be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.