Lead Maintenance Technician

Sandvik; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to ensure the seamless operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. This role involves completing preventative maintenance on CNC machines, troubleshooting malfunctions, and repairing equipment as necessary. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in equipment maintenance, particularly in a machine shop environment, and possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Join a dynamic team that fosters an empowering environment and values continuous learning and improvement. If you are passionate about machinery and maintenance, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; certification in machine maintenance preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance in a machine shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on CNC machines and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Plan and schedule workflow, maintaining records and ensuring safety compliance.
• Fabricate repair parts and maintain a clean working environment.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Electrical Repairs

Mechanical Repairs

Communication Skills

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Ability to Follow Diagrams

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in Machine Maintenance

2+ Years of Equipment Maintenance Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Machine Shop Tools

Job description

Job Title: Lead Maintenance Technician

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Production Unit Manager

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: Batavia, IL

Travel: As Necessary

Job Summary: Responsible for ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on CNC machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations and manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications. Troubleshooting malfunctions and repair where necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Plans and schedules workflow for the department.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job requirements with employees.
• Fosters an open and empowering team environment.
• Improvement of equipment performance, workflow, and quality.
• Maintains time and production records as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Receive work orders, identify faulty equipment and acquire parts and equipment to complete repairs.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install and maintain production equipment from basic hydraulic equipment to complex CNC machinery, performing both electrical and mechanical work.
• Complete projects such as mechanical and electrical hardware and software upgrades, calibrations and retrofits.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, level, plumb bobs, and straight edges.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop tools and equipment.
• Review production specifications, identify and report capacity restraints.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Maintain and acquire new technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications and establishing personal networks.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventative maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or 6 months industry related experience and/or training.
• Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machine maintenance is ideal but not required.
• 2+ years of equipment maintenance in a machine shop environment is required.
• Experience with CNC repair and/or robotics is required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Computerized Maintenance Management System is desired.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to perform maintenance functions such as replacing spindles, ball screws, bearings, slides and other components of machine tools.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize daily workload based on capacity and customer demands.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Excellent communication, project management and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to perform electrical, mechanical and hydraulic repairs used in electrical and mechanical maintenance technician work assignments.
• High ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and perform repairs.
• Ability to follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand up to 90% of the workday.
• Must be able to lift/carry products and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend or climb into and out of machines.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.