Maintenance Team Coordinator

Lego Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Care Leave

Life and disability insurance

Headspace wellbeing program

Colleague discount

Bonus scheme

Play Day

Job summary

The LEGO Group in Richmond, VA seeks a Maintenance Team Coordinator to lead automated warehouse maintenance, driving preventive, corrective and predictive activities to maximize equipment reliability and safety.

You will coordinate repairs, manage spare parts, train technicians, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and improve processes. This role requires hands-on technical expertise and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or similar role.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams or supervising others.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance in an automated warehouse or similar environment.
• Ability to work at heights from 8 to 40 meters, including height rescue procedures if necessary.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (must be obtained upon hire or within timeframe).
• Hands-on experience with repair and maintenance of industrial equipment (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic).
• Working knowledge of PLC systems with basic tasks (Allen Bradley and Siemens preferred).
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and maintenance-related software tools.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safety certifications.
• Willingness to travel internationally for training as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance team to ensure warehouse equipment is maintained for safe, efficient operations and product quality.
• Execute and support corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities.
• Adjust and optimize equipment settings and parameters.
• Identify, replace, and manage spare parts based on wear and performance.
• Support installation and configuration of new equipment within the facility.
• Collaborate with vendors to troubleshoot critical equipment issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis to improve reliability and processes.
• Support technician development and keep skills matrix updated.
• Coordinate planned downtime with warehouse teams and respond to equipment failures.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Team supervision

WMS proficiency

PLC basics

Safety compliance

Education

Technical degree in electromechanics/electronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Team Coordinator to support the operation and reliability of a highly automated warehouse environment. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating maintenance activities, including preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance, to ensure equipment performance, safety, and operational efficiency.

The Automated Warehouse Maintenance Team Coordinator will work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position also supports the development of maintenance technicians, ensures adherence to safety and quality standards, and serves as a key point of contact for equipment performance and reliability.

Starting Pay Rate: $39.75/hour (paid weekly)

Shift Differential: 10% for night shift

Schedule: Rotating 2-2-3 shift pattern (day and night shifts)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance team to ensure LEGO warehouse equipment is maintained in optimal condition to support safe, efficient operations and product quality
• Execute and support corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities
• Adjust and optimize equipment settings and parameters (machinery, sensors, etc.)
• Identify, replace, and manage spare parts based on wear, performance, and operational needs
• Support installation and configuration of new equipment within the facility
• Serve as a liaison with external vendors and suppliers to troubleshoot and resolve critical equipment issues
• Conduct root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability and processes
• Support technician development by ensuring required skills are met and maintaining the skills matrix
• Collaborate with warehouse teams to coordinate planned downtime and response to equipment failures

Additional Duties & Tasks

• Follow all applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHS standards)
• Recommend improvements to preventive maintenance procedures and checklists
• Monitor and report spare parts inventory needs
• Support and track training completion and employee development in coordination with trainers
• Perform process confirmations and audits
• Report downtime and key issues during shifts to support continuous improvement efforts
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma)
• Attend and contribute to daily shift meetings and weekly department meetings
• Update and track maintenance KPIs and huddle board metrics
• Assist in creating and updating maintenance documentation and standard operating procedures
• Contribute to engineering and maintenance improvement projects
• Support identification and procurement of critical spare parts
• Perform condition monitoring activities (e.g., thermography, vibration analysis) as required
• Maintain compliance with 5S standards, safety programs, and maintenance best practices
• Participate in safety initiatives, audits, and continuous improvement boards
• Communicate effectively across shifts to ensure proper handoff of information, issues, and learnings
• Escalate critical issues to leadership when necessary and follow appropriate decision‑making protocols

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or similar role
• Demonstrated experience leading teams or supervising others
• Advanced knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance in an automated warehouse or similar environment
• Ability to work at heights ranging from 8 to 40 meters, including participation in height rescue procedures if necessary
• CPR and First Aid certification required (must be obtained upon hire or within a specified timeframe)
• Hands‑on experience with repair and maintenance of industrial equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Working knowledge of PLC systems with ability to perform basic tasks (Allen Bradley and Siemens preferred)
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and maintenance‑related software tools
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of and adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safety certifications
• Willingness to travel internationally for training as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree in electromechanics, mechanics, electronics, or a related field
• Experience working in an automated materials handling or warehouse environment

What’s in it for you?

Here are some of what to expect:

FamilyCareLeave –We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances –All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing– We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based

ColleagueDiscount– We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.

Bonus– We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme

Your workplace –You'll find this at the top of this advert and when you join the team, we'll confirm this with you.

We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.

We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.

We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.

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