Maintenance Operations Lead

Caliberr Staffing; Carlstadt (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing in New Jersey is seeking a Maintenance Operations Lead to drive facility reliability and lead a technical team toward operational excellence. You will champion safety, streamline maintenance workflows, and mentor technicians to achieve high performance.

Responsibilities include overseeing 5S and housekeeping, conducting root-cause analysis, prioritizing work orders, and communicating status to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Associate or equivalent technical certification with 3+ years in industrial maintenance.
• Experience with CMMS and MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to lead team meetings.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical or electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site safety protocols and housekeeping standards, including 5S, to maintain a secure work environment.
• Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Manage daily maintenance workflows, including work order prioritization and scheduling.
• Provide mentorship and professional development coaching to maintenance personnel.
• Collaborate with site leadership to monitor KPIs and manage departmental resources (labor and materials).
• Serve as primary point of contact for status updates and communicate equipment health and project timelines to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Meeting facilitation

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent technical certification

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

As a Maintenance Operations Lead, you will spearhead technical team performance and drive facility reliability through proactive leadership and strategic oversight. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing equipment uptime, fostering a culture of safety, and mentoring technical staff to achieve operational excellence.

About the Role

As a Maintenance Operations Lead, you will spearhead technical team performance and drive facility reliability through proactive leadership and strategic oversight. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing equipment uptime, fostering a culture of safety, and mentoring technical staff to achieve operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site safety protocols and champion rigorous housekeeping standards, including 5S implementation, to maintain a secure work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement by conducting root cause analysis on equipment failures and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Manage daily maintenance workflows, including work order prioritization and scheduling, to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
• Provide mentorship and professional development coaching to maintenance personnel, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Collaborate with site leadership to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and manage departmental resources, including labor and material costs.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for technical status updates, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders regarding equipment health and project timelines.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Associate’s degree or equivalent technical certification with at least 3 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead team meetings.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical or electrical systems.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in maintenance planning and scheduling roles.
• Solid understanding of business acumen, including contract management and financial oversight.
• Proven track record in building and maintaining positive client or customer relationships.