Lead Mechanic

Sealed Air Corporation; Modena (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sealed Air Corporation in Modena, PA is seeking a Lead Mechanic to oversee maintenance of facility infrastructure and production equipment on the morning shift. This hands-on role also includes scheduling, inventory control, and safety program administration.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of heavy industrial maintenance experience, proven team leadership, and strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Proven ability to lead maintenance teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive preventative maintenance program
• Plan and coordinate plant shutdowns with pre/post meetings and detailed work lists
• Schedule and supervise maintenance crew activities and daily tasks
• Manage and maintain production equipment parts inventory
• Oversee and coordinate work by outside contractors
• Assist production teams in troubleshooting and resolving process and equipment issues
• Lead safety program administration (Material Handling, Working at Heights, Hot Work, Storm Water)
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Tools

P&ID diagrams

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

PLCs and drives

Welding

Job description

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories. To learn more, visit .

Job Description

Shift: Morning
Pay Rate: $37.38

The Lead Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the installation, repair, and preventative maintenance of facility infrastructure, grounds, and production machinery. This role combines hands‑on mechanical expertise with administrative leadership, including workforce scheduling, inventory management, and maintenance planning. The Lead Mechanic plays a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive preventative maintenance program
• Plan and coordinate plant shutdowns, including:
  • Conducting pre- and post-shutdown meetings
  • Organizing detailed maintenance work lists
  • Scheduling manpower to ensure timely completion
• Schedule and supervise maintenance crew activities and daily tasks
• Manage and maintain production equipment parts inventory
• Oversee and coordinate work performed by outside contractors
• Assist production teams in troubleshooting and resolving process and equipment issues
• Serve as the administrative lead for safety programs, including:
  • Material Handling
  • Working at Heights
  • Hot Work
  • Storm Water Compliance
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial environment
• Proven ability to lead maintenance teams and manage multiple priorities
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Technical Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Mechanical detail and assembly drawings
  • Piping & Instrumentation (P&I) diagrams
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic schematics
• Proficiency in:
  • Bearing installation and alignment
  • Pump repair and maintenance
  • Roll bearing disassembly and reassembly
  • Precision measurement (micrometers, verifying tolerance)
  • Coupling alignment
• Strong troubleshooting skills in:
  • Instrumentation (pressure, level, distance, proximity sensors, solenoids)
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
  • Basic electrical systems
• Working knowledge of PLCs and drives
• Welding experience required
• Knowledge of proper rigging and lifting practices
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Work Environment & Schedule

• Hourly position: schedule may include extended hours, weekends, and on-call responsibilities during shutdowns or emergency repairs
• Work performed in an industrial setting with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying environmental conditions

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Relocation: No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.