Lead Maintenance Technician | Optimize Line Uptime

cereliabakerycanada

Atlanta (OH)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Cerelia Whitehall facility is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to ensure reliable production equipment performance, troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues, and drive preventive maintenance. You will manage work orders in CMMS, mentor teammates, and ensure safety, quality, and food‑manufacturing compliance across shifts in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires reading blueprints, strong problem-solving, and knowledge of hydraulics/pneumatics.

Qualifications

H.S. diploma required.
2-3 years industrial MRO purchasing required, food industry is a plus
Degree or certifications in a maintenance related field preferred
Knowledge of OSHA requirements
Understanding of food safety practices in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical concerns of the equipment, maintain and improve integrity and performance of line equipment, and complete scheduled work orders.
Utilize maintenance windows to perform preventive maintenance inspections and corrective work orders on line equipment as assigned by the Maintenance Department to prevent mechanical and/or electrical breakdowns.
Participate in the development improvement of a documented maintenance procedures in the CMMS.
Develop and implement improvements using learnings from emergent equipment work to prevent reoccurring equipment failures.
Utilize the CMMS to create notifications, perform and confirm completed work orders while holding crew accountable for use of the system.
Must be able to operate and maintain all equipment in assigned area, which entails being able to setup, start-up, and adjust equipment, properly shutdown and changeover as required by company standards.
Must be able to read blueprints and schematics.
Knowledgeable in fabrication of small machine parts, guards, etc. is preferred.
Knowledgeable on the operation and repair of pneumatic and hydraulic, cylinders, valves, accumulators, and compressor and pipefitting.
Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam processes for failure points and repair problems in those systems.