Maintenance Lead

Daikin Comfort; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on day one

Training programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Quietflex Manufacturing, a member of Daikin Industries Ltd., seeks a Maintenance Lead for the 3rd shift to supervise maintenance, perform preventive tasks, and coordinate repairs across the plant. You will guide a team, manage safety programs, and ensure equipment availability to support production goals.

Ideal candidates have extensive industrial maintenance experience, DC drive knowledge, and strong PLC/electrical skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in electrical or mechanical field preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years in industrial maintenance.
• 5 years’ experience with DC drives, servos, solenoids, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and motors.
• 7 years’ experience with Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate maintenance team to repair, maintain, and rebuild machines.
• Provide technical and problem-solving support for plant and maintenance crews.
• Drive safety culture and oversee safety programs (Hot Works, Fall Protection, Confined Space).
• Manage PM schedules and CMMS (Fiix) activities and work orders.
• Ensure production schedules are met and equipment operates per standards.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff and lead project teams.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

PLC programming

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in electrical/mechanical field

Tools

Fiix CMMS

Industrial maintenance tools

Job description

Quietflex Manufacturing, a member of Daikin Industries LTD is a seeking a professional, skilled individual for a Maintenance Lead 3 rd shift position. Quietflex manufacturing is the leading manufacturer and supplier of flexible ductwork for residential and commercial HVAC systems, as well as fiberglass mats for industrial applications. As a vital component of indoor comfort, Quietflex has a robust production line that includes a wide variety of specialized products designed to provide the best solutions to the needs of its many customers.

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Lead repairs, maintains and rebuilds machines, and the overall facility as needed. Performs preventative maintenance duties as assigned and responds to breakdowns in a professional and timely manner. Responsible for task assignment and ensuring the team of maintenance personnel has proper tools and materials to complete tasks and safety talks. Advises supervisor/manager of any issues pertaining to operation of machinery and equipment. Respond to maintenance issues in a professional and timely manner. Assist with all aspects of facility maintenance.

Why work with us?

• Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires.
• Training programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skills.
• Growth Opportunities - there is immense opportunities to grow your career.
• You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

Position Responsibilities:

• Eliminating all causes of failure and ensuring full useful life in coordination with daily maintenance completed by operating personnel.
• Provides technical and problem-solving support for the plant and maintenance crews. Lead and support RCA, major breakdown analysis, reliability investigations
• Leads activities of workers engaged in repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment.
• Supports and executes plant-specific maintenance strategies to achieve Plant's key performance goals for overall maintenance performance.
• Assures production schedules are met and all issues are resolved and communicated promptly. Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Reviews production, quality control, and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities
• Help manage department Fiix system, including PM's, PM (Preventative Maintenance) audits, equipment, purchase orders, work order, work order histories, and employee time.
• Perform duties as plant SME, Safety Management Expert, for Hot Works Program, Fall Protection Program and Confined Space Program.
• Drives a Safety Culture. Helps lead to the plant’s safety-first culture. Follows a "Never Walk By" safety policy.
• Support Daikin’s OPM/Lean continuous improvement and Autonomous Maintenance programs.
• Lead, oversee, and delegate work orders and any maintenance projects that arise.
• Perform preventative maintenance (pm) activities
• Install, service, repair, inspect, and program all electrical, programmable, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
• Order parts and supplies as needed
• Respond to emergency calls on all shifts
• Report any injury, unsafe act or condition, equipment failure, or potential failure
• Train and provide direction to employees within the department
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs

Nature & Scope:

• Oversees a group of employees and ensures job is done correctly
• Provides daily objectives
• Guides team at task level to ensure company goals are met
• Is recognized as an expert in own area within a department
• Provides mentoring and training for new employees

Knowledge & Skills:

• Safe work habits, following proper LOTO and other OSHA requirements.
• "Advanced" skills in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair (At minimum Technician Level 2 skills in mechanical and electrical)
• Must have own maintenance tools, including 480 volt and 3 phase electric voltmeter, and able to use.
• Able to use various maintenance tools and equipment effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to work with electrical circuits including 24-volt controls, 120-480 volt, single and three phase service.
• Capable of using programmable logic controllers to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure and ability to synthesize complex or diverse information.
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal policy, instruction, and directions in, English.
• Basic ability to use Windows based computer systems.
• Working knowledge of PLC’s, HMI’s, I/O Logic, and AC/DC drives
• Must have experience the use of computer systems, excel, word, outlook
• Must have experience using a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system)
• Able to read & understand mechanical & electrical drawings & schematics.
• Train team members
• Lead project teams
• Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7+ years in industrial maintenance
• 5 years’ experience with DC (direct current) drives, servos, solenoids, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and electric motors.
• 7 years’ experience with Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Associate degree in electrical or mechanical field or graduation from a trade school preferred
• Any additional certifications are a plus but not mandatory

People Management:

• No

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Manufacturing environment with forklift traffic.
• Requires ability to stand for long periods up to 8 to 10 hrs.
• Repetitive movement, good eye/hand coordination, operation of hand tools, and power tools.
• Job may require standing (up to 90%), walking (up to 10%), stooping or bending, reaching, twisting and turning.
• May be required to lift, carry, and/or move up to 40 lbs.

Reports To:

• Supervisor or Manager, Maintenance

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States

The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company complies with all federal and state regulations and statutes regarding individuals with disabilities.

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