Production Maintenance Lead

Belimo; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Belimo in Danbury, CT, is seeking a Production Maintenance Mechatronics Team Lead for the 2nd shift. You will lead a team of technicians, coordinate maintenance work, and stay hands-on with troubleshooting and repairs.

The role requires strong skills in PLCs, sensors, motors, drives, and robotics, plus experience with CMMS (SAP) and maintenance documentation. A 2nd shift is required and a competitive compensation package accompanies this role.

Qualifications

• The candidate has an associate degree or technical diploma in Mechatronics or equivalent experience.
• Strong troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, fluid, and control systems is required.
• Experience with robotics, automated machinery, conveyors, or similar equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical leadership for 2nd shift maintenance technicians.
• Coordinate maintenance activities based on equipment condition and production needs.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex equipment, PLCs, sensors, and drives.
• Lead passdown communication and shift handoffs with clear documentation.
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechatronics tech II/III

PLC troubleshooting

Sensors & actuators

Robotics & automation

Diagnostics tools

CMMS SAP

Schematics reading

Lead and mentor

Communication

Independent decision making

Maintenance prioritization

Education

Associate degree in Mechatronics

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

Summary

The Production Maintenance Mechatronics 2nd Shift Team Lead provides technical and day-to-day leadership for the Production Maintenance team on 2nd shift. This position serves as the primary technical resource and point of contact for the shift, coordinating maintenance activities, supporting troubleshooting and repairs, and ensuring effective communication and shift coverage. The Team Lead will maintain the technical skillset of a Production Maintenance Mechatronics Technician II or III while taking on additional leadership responsibilities. The position is expected to remain hands‑on and actively participate in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and equipment improvement activities. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical ability, sound judgment, leadership skills, and the ability to prioritize maintenance activities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide day‑to‑day technical leadership and direction to 2nd shift Production Maintenance Mechatronics Technicians.
• Serve as the primary maintenance point of contact for Production and other departments during 2nd shift.
• Prioritize and coordinate maintenance activities based on equipment condition, production needs, safety, and business priorities.
• Assign and distribute work among technicians based on skill level, workload, and equipment needs.
• Monitor the progress of corrective and preventive maintenance activities throughout the shift.
• Escalate significant equipment issues, safety concerns, staffing issues, and production-impacting events to the Maintenance Manager.
• Provide effective shift‑to‑shift communication and ensure important equipment conditions, outstanding work, and issues are properly communicated during passdown.
• Support technicians with difficult troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, safety, and a professional working environment.
• Diagnose and repair advanced issues involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain automated machinery, robotics, conveyors, PLC‑controlled equipment, sensors, drives, motors, actuators, and other mechatronic systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production and automated equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and technical drawings and schematics.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, sensors, and control systems.
• Support equipment installations, modifications, upgrades, and continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct or support root cause analysis for recurring or significant equipment failures.
• Recommend corrective actions and improvements to reduce equipment downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Act as a technical resource during complex equipment failures and coordinate troubleshooting efforts among technicians.
• Support OEMs, vendors, contractors, and engineering personnel during major repairs, installations, and equipment improvements when required.

Who You Are

• Technical skillset equivalent to a Mechatronics Technician II or III.
• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Strong experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems.
• Proficiency troubleshooting PLCs, sensors, motors, drives, actuators, and automated equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and technical schematics.
• Experience with robotics, automated machinery, conveyors, or other industrial automation preferred.
• Experience using diagnostic tools and test equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS (preferably SAP) software and maintenance documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and mentor other technicians.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited supervision.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance activities in a manufacturing environment.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing/industrial environment with exposure to electrical panels, machinery, noise, heat, and moving parts.
• Regular physical activity, including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, climbing ladders up to 40 ft, and working in confined spaces.
• 2nd shift work schedule with potential for overtime, weekends, and on‑call availability.
• Occasional travel may be required for training, equipment support, vendor/OEM activities, or other business needs.
• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.

Who We Are

At Belimo, we take pride in making our company a rewarding place to work. Our leaders are value‑driven and encourage new ideas in their teams around the world. Through our passion, our employees are not only creating amazing products, they are revolutionizing the HVAC industry. Investing in our people is at the heart of Belimo's approach to engaging diverse creative talent to grow an industry‑leading company. The success of our corporate brand is based on the expertise and commitment of each individual. Belimo is committed to paying all employees in a fair, equitable and transparent manner. The base pay for this position ranges from $85,000 - $95,000 annually with a target performance bonus of 15% of an employee’s annual base salary. This position has an additional shift differential. Compensation is based on several factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, education and experience. Belimo is a total compensation company which includes a comprehensive benefits package including a full range of medical, financial, and other competitive benefits. Belimo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. #WeAreBelimo This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or support such as H1B, TN, E-3, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, or employment based permanent residence processes, now or in the future.