Maintenance Lead - 3rd Shift

Merrimack Manufacturing; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack Manufacturing in Manchester, NH, seeks a Maintenance Lead to supervise daily maintenance operations in a regulated medical device environment. You will lead technicians, diagnose issues, schedule preventive maintenance, and ensure safe, compliant equipment performance.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills, plus experience with PLCs and CMMS.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in regulated medical device manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily maintenance activities of the maintenance team.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and facility systems.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production support requests promptly.
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders and equipment logs.
• Assist with installation, validation, and qualification of new equipment.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, GMP, OSHA and safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Train, supervise and mentor maintenance technicians.
• Participate in audits and support corrective actions as needed.

Skills

5+ years maintenance experience

Lead or supervisory experience

Experience in medical device / reg. m\

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Maintenance, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Technology, or related field

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

PLCs

Job description

Company Overview:

Merrimack Manufacturing is a medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are a growing manufacturing company that will play a crucial part in bringing innovative and life changing products to life.

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Lead is responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations within a medical device manufacturing environment. This role ensures production equipment, facilities, and support systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and quality requirements. The Maintenance Lead provides hands-on technical support, coordinates preventive maintenance activities, and assists in leading maintenance technicians to minimize downtime and support production goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support daily activities of the maintenance team.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and facility systems.
• Coordinate and perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production support requests in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment logs.
• Assist with installation, validation, and qualification of new equipment.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, GMP, OSHA, and company safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Facilities teams.
• Monitor spare parts inventory and assist with ordering replacement components.
• Train, supervise and mentor maintenance technicians on equipment and procedures.
• Participate in audits and support corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure proper lockout/tagout and safe maintenance practices are followed.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing preferred.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with PLCs, automation systems, and production equipment.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office.

Education:

Associate degree or technical certification in Maintenance, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• May require occasional overtime or weekend support.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced medical device manufacturing environment.
• Requires adherence to cleanroom, safety, and quality procedures where applicable.