Manufacturing Maintenance Lead

Post Equipment Corp.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Post Equipment Corp. is seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Lead to oversee routine maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of facility and equipment across the manufacturing department.

You will organize maintenance schedules, respond to issues, maintain records, and drive special projects from start to finish. The role requires hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting, strong mechanical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently with good communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Hands-on maintenance, construction, or repair experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment maintaining equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to organize priorities and work independently.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and facility maintenance.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, cranes, and related equipment.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Own routine inspections and preventive maintenance for equipment, buildings, and grounds.
• Maintain accurate service, maintenance, and repair records.
• Diagnose and repair machine and facility issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain clean, safe building interiors, exteriors, and grounds; perform basic carpentry and electrical tasks.
• Plan and complete assigned special projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate equipment installation, relocation, and setup.
• Safely operate cranes and other maintenance equipment.
• Track tools, parts, and supplies; order replacements as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and communicate downtime and progress.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Manufacturing environment

Mechanical troubleshooting

Independent work

Tool familiarity

Electrical knowledge

Carpentry knowledge

Organization skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department: Manufacturing
Employment Status: Full-Time

Job Description

The Manufacturing Maintenance Lead is responsible for the routine maintenance, repair, and upkeep of equipment, machinery, buildings, and grounds across the manufacturing department at Post Equipment. This role independently organizes maintenance schedules, responds to equipment and facility issues, maintains records and inventory, and plans and completes assigned special projects from start to finish.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Own routine inspections and preventive maintenance for equipment, machinery, buildings, and grounds, including filter and oil changes, lubrication, adjustments, and general upkeep.
• Maintain accurate service, maintenance, and repair records and track upcoming needs and recurring issues.
• Diagnose and repair machine, equipment, and facility issues, prioritizing urgent needs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain building interiors, exteriors, and grounds so they remain safe, functional, clean, and well-kept, including completing general carpentry, basic electrical, and related maintenance.
• Plan, prepare, and complete assigned special projects from start to finish, including coordinating materials, timelines, progress updates, and final follow-through.
• Coordinate and complete equipment installation, relocation, and setup as assigned.
• Safely operate and maintain cranes and other equipment used for maintenance and special projects.
• Track, organize, and maintain tools, parts, and supplies and order replacement or additional materials as needed.
• Follow safety and PPE procedures, maintain organized work areas, and communicate downtime, repair status, safety concerns, and project progress.

QUALIFICATIONS& SKILLS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hands-on experience in maintenance, construction, equipment repair, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment and maintaining manufacturing equipment is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to organize priorities and work independently.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and facility maintenance.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, cranes, and other maintenance equipment.
• Strong organization and communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work with tools for extended periods.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors and in various environments, including confined spaces, while using required personal protective equipment.