Lead Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in staffing and workforce solutions seeks a Lead Maintenance Technician for the day shift. In this role, you will troubleshoot and maintain manufacturing equipment, oversee preventative maintenance activities, and train junior staff, ensuring smooth operations on the production floor utilizing your extensive experience in electro-mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of hands-on experience with electro-mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership experience guiding a team of technicians.
• Experience with injection molding and automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning manufacturing equipment using diagnostic tools.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and maintain accurate documentation.
• Train and mentor junior technicians in maintenance procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting techniques

Maintenance procedures

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

Maintenance tracking software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Direct Hire Opportunity!

We are seeking a lead maintenance technician to join our day shift team!

Working under general direction, the Lead Maintenance Technician performs complex technical tasks involving the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment. This role requires significant independent judgment, creativity, and initiative. The technician is expected to take a hands-on role in day-to-day floor operations and provide leadership and support to other maintenance staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning manufacturing equipment using diagnostic tools, procedures, and software.
• Maintain proficiency with all levels of diagnostic and calibration software.
• Dismantle, adjust, rebuild, and reassemble equipment based on blueprints, technical drawings, manuals, or sketches.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and maintain accurate documentation per program requirements.
• Monitor maintenance work order backlogs and communicate potential production impacts to management.
• Calibrate and test equipment using general and specialized tools and instruments.
• Communicate with equipment suppliers regarding repairs and technical issues.
• Recommend design improvements or modifications to enhance equipment performance.
• Train and mentor junior technicians in equipment maintenance procedures.
• Serve as a backup to supervisory personnel when needed.
• Work closely with technicians on the production floor approximately 90% of the workday.
• Obtain and manage vendor quotes for repair services and spare parts; process purchase orders as necessary.
• Comply with all safety, health, and company security policies.
• Participate in overtime and on-call shifts as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electronics, with a focus on servo positioning theory, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• 8–10 years of hands-on experience with electro-mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership experience guiding a team of technicians.
• Experience with injection molding and automation equipment.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of maintenance procedures, troubleshooting techniques, and equipment diagnostics.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems ranging from 5V to 480V.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical schematics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and specialized maintenance tracking software.
• Familiarity with electronic codes, component values, and basic math.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams and technical support services.
• Deep understanding of industrial safety standards and practices.

Company Description:

We provide outsourcing, staffing, consulting, and workforce solutions within the areas of engineering, accounting and finance, healthcare, human resources, IT, legal, life sciences, manufacturing, logistics, office and administration, and sales and marketing. We’re excited to tell you all about it.