2nd-Shift Maintenance Lead — Beverage Plant

Top Echelon Software, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Beverage Manufacturer in the Charlotte area is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for the 2nd shift. You will lead maintenance technicians, plan and coordinate repairs, and push a proactive reliability program to reduce downtime and support steady production.

The role requires 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical/mechanical knowledge, and ability to troubleshoot complex equipment.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• At least two years of education beyond high school.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, PLCs, and industrial control networks.
• Ability to troubleshoot production equipment and guide technicians through complex repairs.
• Strong planning, communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills.
• Ability to coordinate contractors, maintenance schedules, and project expenses.
• Availability to work the stated second-shift schedule with flexibility for additional coverage.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance technicians, communicate priorities, and hold the team accountable for safe, effective work.
• Coordinate emergency repairs while ensuring preventive maintenance and scheduled work are completed.
• Plan upcoming maintenance activities around technician availability, equipment needs, and production schedules.
• Investigate recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions using root cause analysis.
• Develop technicians through coaching, performance feedback, and technical and safety training.
• Track work orders and maintenance performance to identify opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support spare parts availability and organized maintenance storeroom practices.
• Partner with Production, Quality, and Safety teams to meet operating and food safety requirements.
• Coordinate contractors and vendors in accordance with plant safety procedures.
• Manage smaller maintenance and capital projects, including scheduling, resource coordination, and cost tracking.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support established quality management systems.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Planning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Technical associate degree or higher

Tools

Electrical & mechanical systems

PLCs & industrial control networks

Job description

Confidential Beverage Manufacturer in the Charlotte area is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for the 2nd shift. You will lead maintenance technicians, plan and coordinate repairs, and push a proactive reliability program to reduce downtime and support steady production.

The role requires 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical/mechanical knowledge, and ability to troubleshoot complex equipment.