Maintenance Lead

LHH; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced Maintenance Leader to support a manufacturing operation in Akron, Ohio. This onsite role requires overseeing maintenance activities and driving equipment reliability in a fast-paced industrial environment. Candidates should have over 4 years of leadership experience, a strong understanding of industrial equipment, and proven problem-solving skills. An attractive benefits package including 401k, PTO, and medical is offered for this role.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of maintenance leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, maintenance processes, and reliability principles.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating cross-functional efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor maintenance technicians, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot machinery and coordinate repairs across various systems.
• Manage maintenance scheduling, work orders, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced Maintenance Leader to support a manufacturing operation in Akron, Ohio. This onsite role oversees maintenance activities, drives equipment reliability, and supports production goals in a fast‑paced industrial environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge, proven leadership abilities, and a continuous‑improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor maintenance technicians, ensuring daily tasks and long‑term projects are completed safely and efficiently
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment performance and minimize downtime
• Troubleshoot machinery and coordinate repairs across mechanical, electrical, and automation systems
• Partner with production leadership to support operational needs and drive reliability initiatives
• Manage maintenance scheduling, work orders, spare parts, and vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Identify opportunities to enhance performance, reduce costs, and optimize equipment uptime
• Support capital projects and equipment installations as needed

Qualifications

• 4+ years of maintenance leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, maintenance processes, and reliability principles
• Experience leading teams and coordinating cross‑functional efforts
• Demonstrated problem‑solving, communication, and organizational

• 401k
• PTO
• Medical
• Bonus opportunity

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