Maintenance Lead

Standex International Corporation; Concord, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex International is seeking a Maintenance Lead to ensure reliability, safety, and performance of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. You will lead the preventive maintenance program, coordinate maintenance activities, manage work orders and contractors, and drive continuous improvement with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Safety.

The role supports automation upgrades, tracks KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, PM completion), participates in Lean initiatives such as 5S, and maintains

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and work order systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program and maintenance work order system.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and prioritize maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Drive equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve equipment issues.
• Coordinate outside contractors and facility maintenance services.
• Ensure compliance with inspections, permits, certifications, and safety requirements.
• Support automation, equipment upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
• Utilize Root Cause Analysis and PDCA to resolve recurring equipment issues.
• Track maintenance KPIs, including MTBF, MTTR, PM completion, work order performance, and equipment downtime.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and support internal and external audits.
• Promote a safe work environment and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PM programs

Work order systems

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Lean Manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Control systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS software

PLCs/industrial controls

Job description

Posted Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible.

Standex Electronics designs custom engineered solutions across sensing, switching, and power magnetics for high-reliability applications.

Organized around three strategic platforms—DETECT, GRID, and EDGE,we design and manufacture technologies that enable precision sensing and measurement, efficient power conversion, and advanced electronic performance. Our solutions support the global acceleration of electrification, expand energy infrastructure, and power next-generation technologies across critical markets. We drive growth through new product development, deeper engagement with customers’ engineering, geographic expansion, and targeted acquisitions.

The Maintenance Lead is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role leads the preventive maintenance program, coordinates maintenance activities, manages work orders and contractors, and drives continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Safety, the Maintenance Lead helps maximize equipment uptime and supports operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• Manage the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program and maintenance work order system.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and prioritize maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Drive equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve equipment issues.
• Coordinate outside contractors and facility maintenance services.
• Ensure compliance with inspections, permits, certifications, and safety requirements.
• Support automation, equipment upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
• Utilize Root Cause Analysis and PDCA to resolve recurring equipment issues.
• Track maintenance KPIs, including MTBF, MTTR, PM completion, work order performance, and equipment downtime.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and support internal and external audits.
• Promote a safe work environment and compliance with company policies.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and work order systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

What We Value

• Technical degree or trade certification.
• Experience repairing and maintaining machining centers, or other industrial manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Experience with CMMS software.
• Knowledge of PLCs, automation, or industrial controls.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Proactive, safety-focused problem solver.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player who can influence others without direct authority.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.