Automation Maintenance Lead

Newrest; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Newrest in Atlanta is seeking a Maintenance Lead to direct technicians supporting automated production equipment. You will own safe corrective responses, oversee preventive maintenance, and manage spare parts with Fractall integration while coordinating with the Automation Manager.

Expect extensive overtime at the start of the automation implementation, with a hands-on leadership approach and strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams on automated production lines.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems and controls.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair complex equipment faults.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to lockout/tagout rules.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance technicians; verify competence for electrical, mechanical and controls tasks.
• Triage breakdowns, diagnose problems, and communicate restoration estimates.
• Escalate complex defects to manufacturers; manage tickets and follow-up.
• Schedule preventive maintenance and document findings and follow-up actions.
• Maintain spare-parts records, stock levels and equipment availability.
• Coordinate with Automation Manager and Group Innovation on reliability improvements.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical maintenance

Controls troubleshooting

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Tools

Fractall

Job description

Newrest in Atlanta is seeking a Maintenance Lead to direct technicians supporting automated production equipment. You will own safe corrective responses, oversee preventive maintenance, and manage spare parts with Fractall integration while coordinating with the Automation Manager.

Expect extensive overtime at the start of the automation implementation, with a hands-on leadership approach and strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and cross-functional collaboration.