About the Role
Maintenance Team Leader oversees machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, preventive maintenance, and facility operations while leading teams.
Key Activities
Directly supervises maintenance mechanics and facility maintenance associates and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Provides mechanical maintenance information to all associates by answering questions and requests.
Schedules and provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
Supervises and performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs on packaging and production machines. Assures that lockout/tag/out procedures are used when equipment is being repaired.
Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment. Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Prepares maintenance reports for the General Manager’s review and approval by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Maintains the parts inventory on a monthly basis in conjunction with the Accounting Team Leader.
Follows purchasing guidelines for the Maintenance Team when purchasing replacement parts.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with company procedures and policies. Complies with OSHA Safety and Health rules.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Personally commits to a continuing educational process that improves/expands business capacities and capabilities.
Preferred Skills
A well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team player.
An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent communication skills.
Education and Experience
Five to seven years of prior maintenance experience in production and packaging machinery.
A minimum of two years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
High School Diploma or equivalent plus technical/vocational training; exposure to high-speed equipment.
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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