Maintenance Team Lead

Natural Family Farms, LLC; Indiana; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Full-time employment

Job summary

Natural Family Farms, LLC is seeking an experienced Maintenance Lead to oversee daily maintenance operations across our facility. You will lead maintenance activities, troubleshoot equipment issues, coordinate preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement to ensure safe, efficient production.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in a technical field, has hands-on maintenance and leadership experience, and can manage a team while coordinating with production to minimize downtime and

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on maintenance experience.
• Experience leading or supervising maintenance teams.
• Experience in manufacturing or food processing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities and assign work.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical equipment.
• Provide hands-on support with repairs, installations, and projects.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in safe operating condition.
• Coordinate emergency repairs and prioritize maintenance needs.
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and service schedules.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and performance.
• Work with production management to minimize downtime and meet schedules.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and developing maintenance staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and applicable regulations.
• Manage maintenance supplies, parts inventory, and outside contractors.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Hands-on maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading blueprints

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Maintenance

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Lead to oversee daily maintenance operations and help ensure our facility, equipment, and production systems operate safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, hands-on maintenance experience, leadership abilities, and a degree in a related technical or engineering field. This individual will lead maintenance activities, troubleshoot equipment issues, coordinate preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Lead to oversee daily maintenance operations and help ensure our facility, equipment, and production systems operate safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, hands-on maintenance experience, leadership abilities, and a degree in a related technical or engineering field. This individual will lead maintenance activities, troubleshoot equipment issues, coordinate preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities and assign work to maintenance personnel.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and equipment-related issues.
• Provide hands-on support with mechanical repairs, equipment installations, and maintenance projects.
• Ensure all facility equipment and machinery are maintained in safe operating condition.
• Coordinate emergency repairs and prioritize maintenance needs based on production requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment service schedules.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and performance.
• Work closely with production management to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and developing maintenance team members.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and applicable regulations.
• Manage maintenance supplies, parts inventory, and outside contractors as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, or a related field required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Previous maintenance leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery and production equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and mechanical drive systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while leading and supporting a maintenance team.
• Experience in a manufacturing, food processing, or industrial production environment preferred.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is both a strong mechanical problem-solver and an effective leader. The successful candidate will take ownership of maintenance operations, be proactive in preventing equipment failures, and work collaboratively with production teams to keep the facility running efficiently.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Stable, full-time employment.