Production Maintenance Lead - 1st Shift

BELIMO Holding AG; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Belimo Holding AG is seeking a Production Maintenance Mechatronics Team Lead for the 1st shift at our Danbury, CT location. This hands-on leadership role combines technical troubleshooting with shift supervision to ensure reliable automated equipment and safe operations.

The ideal candidate will have Mechatronics technician experience (II or III level), an associate degree or technical diploma, and strong skills in PLCs, sensors, drives, and robotics.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems.
• Proficiency troubleshooting PLCs, sensors, motors, drives, actuators, and automated equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS software (preferably SAP).

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical leadership and direction to 1st shift Production Maintenance Technicians.
• Serve as the primary maintenance point of contact for Production and other departments during 1st 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.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, safety, and a professional working environment.
• Diagnose and repair advanced issues involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, sensors, and control systems.
• Support equipment installations, modifications, upgrades, and continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Mechatronics Technician II/III

PLC troubleshooting

Robotics experience

Automation systems

Diagnostics tools

Strong communication

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Associate degree / technical diploma in Mechatronics or related field

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

The Production Maintenance Mechatronics 1st Shift Team Lead provides technical and day-to-day leadership for the Production Maintenance team on 1st 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 1st shift Production Maintenance Mechatronics Technicians.
• Serve as the primary maintenance point of contact for Production and other departments during 1st 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.
• 1st 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. 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.

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