Hydraulic Assembly Lead

Harris American Company; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Harris American Company is seeking a Lead Hydraulic Technician to oversee the building, testing, and troubleshooting of hydraulic systems and components. You will guide technicians, ensure production efficiency, and maintain high-quality standards.

This role combines fluid power expertise with leadership: mentoring staff, coordinating workflows, and driving safety and process improvements. Ideal candidates have 4–7 years in hydraulics, with experience operating lathes, mills, or CNC machines,

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; technical cert or related degree preferred.
• 4–7 years experience with hydraulic systems, assembly, troubleshooting, repair.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in production.
• Extensive experience operating lathes, mills, or CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily hydraulic technician activities.
• Build, test, and calibrate hydraulic systems to specs.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic issues using schematics and tools.
• Operate manual and CNC machines to produce components.
• Review hydraulic drawings and blueprints for accuracy.
• Ensure proper assembly of hoses, fittings, lines.
• Perform pressure checks, flushes, leak tests.
• Monitor component quality and tolerances.
• Support production planning and deadlines.
• Enforce safety standards and maintain clean workspace.
• Identify process improvements and implement enhancements.

Skills

Hydraulic theory

Machining operation

Schematic interpretation

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Measuring instruments

Team leadership

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification or associate degree preferred

Tools

Lathe

Mill

CNC machine

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION - PURPOSE OF ROLE:

The Lead Hydraulic Technician is a highly skilled technical leader responsible for overseeing the building, testing, and troubleshooting of hydraulic systems, as well as the manufacturing of hydraulic components using machining equipment. This role combines advanced expertise in fluid power systems with leadership responsibilities, including guiding and supporting technicians, ensuring production efficiency, and maintaining high-quality standards. The Lead Hydraulic Technician ensures all systems meet exact specifications while driving continuous improvement, safety, and team performance.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of hydraulic technicians, providing guidance, training, and technical support
• Build, test, and calibrate hydraulic systems to meet pressure, flow, and performance specifications
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex hydraulic issues using schematics, diagnostic tools, and advanced technical knowledge
• Oversee and, when needed, operate manual and/or CNC machines to produce or modify hydraulic components and fittings
• Review and interpret hydraulic drawings, technical blueprints, and machining instructions for accuracy and compliance
• Ensure proper assembly of hoses, fittings, and lines in accordance with established procedures and quality standards
• Perform and verify system pressure checks, flushes, and leak tests
• Monitor product quality to ensure all components meet dimensional accuracy and performance requirements
• Support production planning by prioritizing work, coordinating workflow, and meeting deadlines
• Promote and enforce safety standards, maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant work environment
• Identify process improvements and assist in implementing efficiency and quality enhancements

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in a related field preferred
• Minimum of 4-7 years of experience working with hydraulic systems, including assembly, troubleshooting, and repair
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience in a production or shop environment preferred
• Extensive experience operating lathes, mills, and/or CNC machines is strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Possess advanced knowledge of hydraulic theory, components, and system functionality
• Be able to operate machining equipment and ensure parts meet precise tolerances and specifications
• Read, interpret, and validate hydraulic schematics, blueprints, and machining diagrams
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude, including diagnosing complex system issues
• Be highly detail-oriented with a commitment to quality control and continuous improvement
• Use precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges) accurately and consistently
• Exhibit the ability to lead, train, and support team members, fostering skill development and accountability
• Effectively prioritize work, manage time, and coordinate team workflow to meet production deadlines
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional partners

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance