Maintenance Technician Lead | 2nd Shift

Gehl Foods, LLC; Walterboro, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Quarterly bonuses

Full benefits package

PTO & holidays

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

Gehl Foods, LLC is hiring a Maintenance Technician Lead for the 2nd shift (6pm–6:30am). Base pay plus shift differential is $35/hour, with additional bonuses and full benefits.

The role leads safety and maintenance initiatives, coordinates with production, and supports planning and CMMS-driven work orders. A strong leadership background and at least 5 years of maintenance experience are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience leading, coaching, and developing individuals and teams.
• Excellent management, collaboration, organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to problem solve and deal with a variety of complex improvement opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment (stand for 8+ hours and lift up to 30 lbs).
• Team-player mindset who shows up on time and ready to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in safety, quality, OEE, and cost improvement opportunities and initiatives
• Provide team members and internal customers with the tools, parts, certified training, and procedures to be successful
• Coordinate system breakdown priorities with production for maintenance team members
• Support the Maintenance Planning/Scheduling process with work orders assigning to the maintenance team
• Audit the work of the Maintenance team, recognizing good work and coaching improvement opportunities
• Manage team member’s time schedules, PTO schedules, and weekend rotation
• Lead and participate in various continuous improvement projects and kaizen activities
• Support Manufacturing, Technical Services, and Quality by supporting various work requests delivered though the CMMS

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Now Hiring: Maintenance Technician Lead
Shift/Schedule: 2nd Shift/6pm - 6:30am | Alternative Work Schedule
Pay: Base + Shift Differential = $35/hour (+ based on experience)

Why join our team?

• Need cash before payday? We’ve got you covered with on demand pay


• Competitive hourly rate


• Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 5% of wages)


• Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match


• Generous PTO & holidays


• Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career


• Amazing team & culture focused on:Communication | Community Involvement | Wellness | Employee Activities

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:

• Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts!


• Referral bonus program


• Tuition reimbursement


• HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution


• Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more


• Proven continued business growth for future opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Lead and participate in safety, quality, OEE, and cost improvement opportunities and initiatives


• Provide team members and internal customers with the tools, parts, certified training, and procedures to be successful


• Coordinate system breakdown priorities with production for maintenance team members


• Support the Maintenance Planning/Scheduling process with work orders assigning to the maintenance team


• Audit the work of the Maintenance team, recognizing good work and coaching improvement opportunities


• Manage team member’s time schedules, PTO schedules, and weekend rotation


• Lead and participate in various continuous improvement projects and kaizen activities


• Support Manufacturing, Technical Services, and Quality by supporting various work requests delivered though the CMMS

What You’ll Need

• 5+ Years of related experience leading, coaching, and developing individuals and teams


• Demonstrated excellent management, collaboration, organizational and leadership skills required


• Ability to problem solve and deal with a variety of complex improvement opportunities


• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written


• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment (stand for 8+ hours and lift up to 30 lbs)


• Team-player mindset who shows up on time and ready to work

About Us

Gehl Foods is a fast-growing food and beverage manufacturer, known for ready-to-serve products like nacho cheese and protein shakes—no refrigeration needed! We lead with safety, quality, and teamwork in everything we do.

Feed your future at gehlfoodandbeverage.com

Gehl Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.