Industrial Maintenance Lead

Heiden, Inc.; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Company holidays

Hands-on role

Impactful uptime

Job summary

JPF Paint Finishes in Manitowoc, WI, is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Lead for a 1st shift, on-site full-time role. You will troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, keep production running, and lead preventative maintenance initiatives to reduce downtime.

Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills, the ability to read schematics and manuals, and a safety-focused mindset to maintain a compliant, efficient shop.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and technical manuals.
• Organized, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Safety-focused mindset (LOTO, electrical safety, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Own Maintenance Operations: troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Keep Production Running: respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and minimize downtime.
• Stay Ahead of Problems: develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs.
• Drive Improvement: identify reliability improvements and justify upgrades.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Pneumatic systems

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Safety mindset

Job description

Manitowoc, WI • On-site at JPF Paint Finishes (Partner Company of Heiden LLC)

1st Shift
Full-time

At JPF Paint Finishes, we are looking for an Industrial Maintenance Lead who can keep our equipment running at optimal performance with minimal production downtime.

Thisrole will maintain all maintenance aspects including the facility operating safely and efficiently. You will be actively repairing, troubleshooting, and improving processes. If you like problem solving in a fast-paced environment, this role could be a good fit for you.

What You’ll Do

Own Maintenance Operations

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Perform repairs and install equipment as needed
• Keep machines and facility infrastructure running safely

Keep Production Running

• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns
• Minimize downtime and keep operations moving
• Support installation of new equipment and upgrades

Stay Ahead of Problems

• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs
• Identify issues before they turn into downtime
• Maintain spare parts inventory and needed supplies

Drive Improvement

• Look for ways to improve equipment reliability and efficiency
• Support process improvements and maintenance strategies
• Help plan upgrades and justify improvements when needed

What Success Looks Like

• Equipment is running reliably with minimal downtime
• Issues are identified and handled before they impact production
• Maintenance is organized and proactive, not reactive
• The shop stays safe and compliant

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in industrial maintenance (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and technical manuals
• Organized, dependable, and self-motivated
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
• Safety-focused mindset (LOTO, electrical safety, etc.)

Why JPF Paint Finishes

• Locally owned — you’re not a number here
• Competitive pay + full benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, holidays)
• Hands‑on role supporting the shop and production
• Your work directly impacts uptime and efficiency