Maintenance Team Lead – Mechanical Systems

Mogi I/O : OTT/Podcast/Short Video Apps for you; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with relocation reimbursement

Opportunity to work in a leading manufacturing environment

Focus on safety and leadership development

Job summary

A leading industrial manufacturing company in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Maintenance Team Lead – Mechanical Systems. This role involves supervising a team of millwrights, ensuring efficient operation, maintaining mechanical equipment, and promoting adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5-10 years of experience in a similar role, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven experience supervising teams and managing shift-based operations.
• Flexibility to report early or stay late based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise millwrights during maintenance and repair activities.
• Develop maintenance schedules and ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and propose solutions.
• Train technicians on maintenance and safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical systems troubleshooting

Team leadership

SAP or ERP system knowledge

OSHA regulations knowledge

Preventive maintenance planning

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Maintenance Team Lead – Mechanical Systems

Location: USA – Little Rock, AR (Onsite; Relocation Reimbursement Available)

Work Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Experience Required: 5 – 10 Years

Compensation: USD 72,000 – 80,000 (plus relocation reimbursement)

Eligibility: U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder

Job Overview

Seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of millwrights and ensure efficient operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of mechanical equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role involves hands‑on supervision, maintenance planning, safety implementation, and collaboration with production to maintain optimal equipment performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise millwrights during maintenance, repair, and equipment installation activities.
• Plan and assign jobs, ensuring maintenance quality and adherence to safety standards.
• Execute preventive, breakdown, and shutdown maintenance schedules.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and propose corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and spare parts availability on the shop floor; communicate critical spares to the maintenance planner daily.
• Train technicians and engineers on maintenance techniques, Job Safety Analysis, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to ensure equipment reliability for manufacturing operations.
• Implement SAP for maintenance tracking, planning, and reporting.
• Support and promote OSHA safety standards to achieve zero recordable injuries.
• Maintain drawings, tools, PPE, and maintenance records to ensure operational readiness.
• Conduct toolbox meetings, maintain attendance schedules, and ensure adherence to company policies.

Must‑Have Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory).
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven experience supervising teams and managing shift‑based operations.
• Strong knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems for maintenance management.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems, troubleshooting techniques, and preventive maintenance planning.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
• Excellent communication, delegation, and leadership skills.
• Flexibility to report early or stay late based on operational needs.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary with relocation reimbursement (based on submitted receipts).
• Opportunity to work in a leading industrial manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to large‑scale maintenance operations and modernization projects.
• Strong focus on safety, leadership development, and continuous improvement.

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Software Development