Maintenance Lead

ITW Automotive Group; Rockford (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW Automotive Group seeks a Maintenance Lead to install, maintain, modify, and repair injection molding and automated equipment, with additional building maintenance duties. This role supervises 3 direct reports and reports to the Maintenance Manager, coordinating vendors and parts orders to keep manufacturing running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of electromechanical technical experience, preferably in plastics, with PLC troubleshooting, blueprints literacy, and strong

Qualifications

• Must have 7+ years of technical experience in manufacturing or plastics.
• Electromechanical background with hands-on machine troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee vendors and parts for facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair molding and automated machinery.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance per schedule.
• Maintain repair records and ensure OSHA safety compliance.
• Lead and develop a small maintenance team and coordinate OT as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical troubleshooting

Written & verbal communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Electromechanical Technology degree

Certifications: hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical

Job description

The Maintenance Lead will be responsible for installing, maintaining, modifying, and repairing a wide variety of injection molding and assembly machines along with other automated equipment. Must also be able to perform building maintenance. This position has 3 direct reports and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and oversee vendors for both facilities and equipment, this will include issuing PO’s.
• Work with blueprints, schematics, SOP’s and machine manuals
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair a variety of molding and automated machinery using available technology
• Will be required to order parts
• Operate drill press, grinder, welding, and other maintenance equipment to fabricate or repair parts
• Ability to troubleshoot/diagnose Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Working knowledge of programming of PLCs a plus
• Perform troubleshooting on mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic powered, electronically controlled robotic systems
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and electrical testing instruments associated with a manufacturing setting
• Perform routine preventative maintenance functions per schedule
• Ability to maintain computer-based machine repair and PM records system
• Comply with OSHA and all safety practices in repair and installation
• Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition
• Other tasks and duties as assigned

Itw Leadership Expectations

Strategically Positions the Business

• Understands customer specific requirements and defines both personnel and technical resources needed to provide on-time, high-quality service and delivery to customers accelerating revenue growth and increasing customer satisfaction.

Delivers Results

• Accountable for forecasting and delivering to monthly financial performance metrics related to revenue, labor, and costs meeting annual plan objectives.

Leads Effectively

• Leads and facilitates customer facing communication and pro-actively directs the resolution of issues through close collaboration with sales & engineering, manufacturing, quality, outside vendors, and other key stakeholders.

Talent Development

• Champions the ITW Leadership Development framework; sources, develops, and retains a diverse talent pipeline identifying key leaders for future roles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum two-year degree in Electromechanical Technology or equivalent work experience and training
• Specialty certification for Hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical
• At least 7 years' technical experience, plastic injection molding preferred, along with hands-on experience with raw materials, mold set-up, and troubleshooting skills for electric injection machines and auxiliary equipment
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal (English); good visual skills and reasoning ability
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Above basic math skills and reasoning ability
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform preventive maintenance functions
• Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to convert customer specifications to value added solutions

Skills / Knowledge

• Knowledge of the seating and automotive industry is preferred
• Understanding of plastic injection molding, tooling and assembly process
• 80/20 mindset and understanding
• Leadership skills
• Qualified candidate will possess good work ethic, is reliable, self-directed, and dedicated to quality.
• Must enjoy a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer skills
• Team player who demonstrates the ability to relate to employees at all levels of the organization
• Self-starter
• Strong Mechanical aptitude

Special Requirements

Position requires travel, primarily within assigned region (approx. 5-10%). Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record. Must be able to travel internationally, if required.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.