Lead Maintenance Technician - Reliability & Uptime

Inovar; Ames, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) Retirement Plan with company-m科

Job summary

Inovar Packaging Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician Supervisor to lead the maintenance team, drive reliability, and ensure equipment uptime in our Ames facility. You will troubleshoot a range of manufacturing equipment, implement preventive plans, and coordinate with Operations to minimize downtime and maintain production quality.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience with CMMS, and strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and PLC‑controlled systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or related field preferred.
• Five (5)+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Two (2)+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong troubleshooting experience with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC‑controlled equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, train, and develop Maintenance Technicians while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and production efficiency.
• Lead troubleshooting and repair on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC‑controlled equipment.
• Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure timely completion of work orders and maintenance documentation within the CMMS.
• Collaborate with Production leadership to minimize downtime.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend upgrades, replacements, and capital improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical

Mechanical

PLC control

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Inovar Packaging Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician Supervisor to lead the maintenance team, drive reliability, and ensure equipment uptime in our Ames facility. You will troubleshoot a range of manufacturing equipment, implement preventive plans, and coordinate with Operations to minimize downtime and maintain production quality.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience with CMMS, and strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and PLC‑controlled systems.