Lead Automated Assembly Maintenance Tech

Paycom; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Leadership opportunity on second shift

Stable manufacturing environment

Team-focused culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

JST in Waukegan, IL is seeking a maintenance lead for the second shift to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated assembly equipment across mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems. You will perform preventative maintenance, oversee changeovers, and ensure accurate CMMS record-keeping.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in automated manufacturing maintenance and 1+ year in a lead role, with strong troubleshooting and measurement-instrument skills, plus multitasking and clear

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in automation or mechatronics preferred.
• 4+ years experience in automated manufacturing maintenance.
• 1+ year in a lead or supervisory role preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automated assembly equipment (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic systems).
• Perform preventative maintenance and changeovers.
• Conduct first-piece inspections and pre-production checks.
• Prioritize machine repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain maintenance inventory and coordinate parts needs.
• Enter maintenance records into CMMS.
• Lead and support maintenance technicians on shift.
• Promote safety and 5S standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Multitasking

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma

Automation/mechatronics training

Tools

CMMS

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: J.S.T. Corporate Office (JA) - Waukegan, IL 60085, Salary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Second Shift, Job Summary

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair automated assembly equipment (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic systems)
• Perform preventative maintenance and changeovers
• Conduct first-piece inspections and pre-production checks
• Prioritize machine repairs to minimize downtime
• Maintain maintenance inventory and coordinate parts needs
• Enter maintenance records into CMMS
• Lead and support maintenance technicians on shift
• Promote safety and 5S standards

Qualifications: What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical training in automation or mechatronics preferred
• 4+ years experience in automated manufacturing maintenance
• 1+ year in a lead or supervisory role preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move throughout shift
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working around automated equipment

Why JST?

• Competitive pay
• Leadership opportunity on second shift
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Team-focused culture
• Opportunity for continued growth