Maintenance Lead

Ecore International; York (York County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecore International is seeking an experienced Maintenance Lead to oversee maintenance operations in a manufacturing setting. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical production equipment while leading a maintenance team on a daily basis.

You will coordinate activities, ensure safety, and support PM programs to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability. Leadership responsibilities during supervisor absence or off-shift periods may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum EM1 level experience with EM2 preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience with industrial machinery and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to coordinate personnel and resources to meet production objectives.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply technical information.
• Basic computer skills including work order management and maintenance tracking systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily guidance and support to the maintenance team.
• Coordinate maintenance work activities and prioritize repair requests.
• Serve as primary point of contact for maintenance-related issues during assigned shifts.
• Communicate equipment concerns and operational issues to management and maintenance staff.
• Act as liaison between Maintenance, Production, Shipping and Sales departments.
• Report shift activities and updates to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Step into a supervisory role when needed.
• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and electrical production equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing equipment failures and implementing corrective actions.
• Support preventive maintenance programs and planned schedules.
• Help ensure production equipment operates efficiently to meet goals.
• Provide technical support and guidance to maintenance technicians.
• Identify and source replacement parts and maintenance supplies.
• Coordinate with purchasing to order materials.
• Support spare parts inventory management.
• Minimize downtime through proactive planning.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices and company safety policies.
• Ensure proper machine operation and forklift procedures are followed.
• Assist in conducting routine safety meetings.
• Maintain clean, organized, safe work areas.
• Support quality standards by ensuring maintenance work is accurate and effective.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Leadership

Team coordination

Problem solving

Reading technical information

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Work order management

Maintenance tracking systems

Education

EM1 level experience

EM2 level experience preferred

Tools

Work order management systems

Maintenance tracking systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Lead to support and oversee maintenance operations within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical and electrical production equipment while providing day-to-day leadership and support to the maintenance team.

The Maintenance Lead serves as a key resource for maintenance personnel, production teams, and other departments to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and maintain a safe, productive work environment. This position may also assume supervisory responsibilities during the absence of the Maintenance Supervisor or during off-shift operations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Support

• Provide daily guidance and support to maintenance team members.
• Coordinate maintenance work activities and prioritize repair requests.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance-related issues during assigned shifts.
• Communicate equipment concerns and operational issues to management and maintenance staff.
• Act as a liaison between Maintenance, Production, Shipping, and Sales departments.
• Report shift activities, issues, and updates to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Step into a supervisory role when needed.

Equipment Maintenance & Reliability

• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical and electrical production equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing equipment failures and implementing corrective actions.
• Support preventive maintenance (PM) programs and planned maintenance schedules.
• Help ensure production equipment is operating efficiently to meet manufacturing goals.
• Provide technical support and guidance to maintenance technicians.

Parts & Inventory Management

• Assist in identifying and sourcing replacement parts and maintenance supplies.
• Coordinate with purchasing personnel to order required materials.
• Support the management and maintenance of spare parts inventory.
• Work to minimize production downtime through proactive planning.

Safety & Quality

• Promote and enforce safe work practices and company safety policies.
• Ensure employees follow proper machine operation and forklift procedures.
• Assist in conducting routine safety meetings.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Support quality standards by ensuring maintenance work is completed accurately and effectively.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum EM1 level experience, with EM2-level experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience working with industrial machinery, equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to coordinate personnel and resources to meet production objectives.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply technical information.
• Basic computer skills, including:
• Work order management
• Maintenance tracking systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred

• Previous leadership, lead technician, or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting preventive maintenance programs.
• Familiarity with inventory management and parts procurement.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a hands-on maintenance professional who can balance technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. You are proactive, safety-focused, and capable of supporting team members while ensuring equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership opportunity within a growing maintenance team
• Hands-on role with a variety of mechanical and electrical challenges
• Collaborative manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on production efficiency and equipment reliability

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with