Maintenance Lead

Amcor LLC; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with company match

Job summary

Amcor LLC is seeking a Lead Maintenance position to oversee the maintenance team in day-to-day activities, supporting production through effective equipment maintenance.

The ideal candidate should have at least five years of experience in an industrial maintenance setting, possess strong mechanical and electrical skills, and demonstrate abilities in coaching and training employees.

This role includes leading safety and quality priorities while ensuring proper development of the team. Amcor offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years experience in industrial maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge of process water and compressed air systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and apply safety, quality, and productivity priorities.
• Motivate and coach employees through frequent feedback.
• Ensure proper training and development of all employees.

Skills

Mechanical skills (pneumatics, hydraulics, fabrication)

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Industrial Maintenance Certification

Tools

PLC systems

DC drive technology

Job description

Job Summary

Lead the maintenance team in day‑to‑day activities under the direction of the Maintenance Manager or Coordinator. This is a working lead position responsible for supporting production through effective equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and apply Safety, Quality, and Productivity priorities.
• Exemplify the responsibilities of a Frontline Leader.
• Support and investigate situations where line/equipment stoppage occurs due to perceived or imminent safety risk.
• Complete responsibilities according to organizational policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Lead risk assessment activities by driving corrective and preventive actions to eliminate or reduce environmental, health, or safety risks.
• Assist and/or lead required safety meetings (Pre‑shift, Department, Change Management, General communication, Town Hall, etc.) in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Assist the Supervisor in completing incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions in a timely and thorough manner.
• Ensure proper training and development of all assigned employees.
• Set daily objectives for the organizational unit, achieve them, and ensure all employees understand and work toward objectives.
• Motivate and coach employees through good communication and frequent performance feedback.
• Identify and coordinate additional training as needed.
• Serve on an on‑call rotation to assist with extended breakdowns, advanced troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Be willing to work overtime with minimal notification.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in an industrial maintenance setting.
• Industrial Maintenance Certification preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical skills in pneumatics, hydraulics, and basic fabrication.
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting and repair skills; ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of PLC system functionality and ladder logic troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of DC drive and Variable Frequency Drive technology, troubleshooting and repair.
• Working knowledge of process water systems (chillers, cooling towers) and compressed air systems (compressors, dryers).
• Strong communication skills, able to listen well and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, employees, and vendors.
• Ability to establish, delegate, and follow up on tasks; attentive to detail with an eye for quality of work.
• Self‑motivated with initiative to meet departmental needs without instruction; positive attitude and willingness to adapt.

Expectations

Employees will be guided by Amcor’s core values and the Amcor Way, ensuring engagement and development within a high‑performing team. Support customers, investors, and the environment through high standards of quality, service, and innovation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid time off (starting at 40 hours per year for full‑time hourly employees; may vary by location)
• Company‑paid holidays (starting at 8 days per year; may vary by location)
• Well‑being programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Meetings for reasonable accommodation of applicants with disabilities can be requested by calling 224‑313‑7000.