2nd-Shift Maintenance Lead — Optimize Equipment Reliability

BG Foods; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

B&G Foods is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Maryland, to oversee daily maintenance operations, guide technicians, and drive reliability and safety across equipment. You will coordinate troubleshooting,troubleshoot, and optimize preventive maintenance while ensuring GMP compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork with production, and a focus on reducing downtime through proactive maintenance and strict safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assign and prioritize work based on production needs and equipment status.
• Monitor work quality and address performance issues.
• Provide guidance to technicians to improve skills.
• Evaluate equipment to identify maintenance and repair needs.
• Inspect work areas and equipment for safe conditions.
• Enforce safety procedures and provide training.
• Inspect and test completed work to meet standards.
• Support reduction of downtime through preventive maintenance.
• Maintain inventory levels for parts and tools.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance reports and trends.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

B&G Foods is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Maryland, to oversee daily maintenance operations, guide technicians, and drive reliability and safety across equipment. You will coordinate troubleshooting,troubleshoot, and optimize preventive maintenance while ensuring GMP compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork with production, and a focus on reducing downtime through proactive maintenance and strict safety practices.