1st Shift Maintenance Lead

Urban Farmer; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Farmer is seeking a 1st Shift Maintenance Lead to oversee maintenance of production equipment and facilities. The role requires leadership over a team of maintenance technicians and a focus on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, plus familiarity with GMP and food safety regulations. This full-time position emphasizes collaboration across production, engineering, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• Must have maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and GMP.
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance and training.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for production equipment.
• Inspect machinery and address issues to prevent downtime.
• Coordinate corrective maintenance to resolve breakdowns promptly.
• Analyze equipment performance data to drive reliability improvements.
• Ensure safety compliance and train maintenance personnel.
• Manage spare parts inventory and supplier relationships.
• Maintain records and generate reports on maintenance activities.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Food safety GMP

Problem solving

Communication

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification (plus)

Job description

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1st Shift Maintenance Lead

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1329

Salary Range: $35.00 To $40.00 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Lead will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and reliability of our production equipment and facilities to ensure optimal operational efficiency and minimal downtime. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the maintenance team.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  1. Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for all production equipment.
  2. Conduct regular inspections of machinery to identify and address potential issues before they result in downtime.
  3. Coordinate and perform corrective maintenance activities to resolve equipment breakdowns promptly.
• Reliability Improvement:
  1. Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and implement strategies for improving reliability and reducing downtime.
  2. Work closely with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment performance and efficiency.
• Safety Compliance:
  1. Ensure that all maintenance activities adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
  2. Conduct safety training for maintenance personnel and promote a safety-first culture within the team.
• Inventory Management:
  1. Manage spare parts inventory to ensure timely availability of critical components for maintenance activities.
  2. Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to source quality parts at competitive prices.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  1. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment manuals, and inventory.
  2. Generate reports on equipment performance, maintenance metrics, and resource utilization.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings within the maintenance department.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in a related field is a plus.
• Proven experience in maintenance and leadership roles within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work in and out of cold environment.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must wear required PPE.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Maneuver around an array of equipment that may include
  1. Bending
  2. Stooping
  3. reaching above head.
• Stand for majority of shift, up to 8 hrs. at a time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position works in a manufacturing environment with variable temperature and loud noises from machinery and equipment alarms. The incumbent will be exposed to loud noises and alarms from equipment and machinery. Some tasks may require additional safety measures to ensure the safe completion of the task.