Maintenance Area Team Lead

Your Role at a Glance 

You’ll play a vital role in our (department) team by: 

• Lead maintenance crews during assigned shifts, ensuring corrective tasks are executed safely, efficiently, and with high quality, including reporting and entering a follow up request after a temporary corrective maintenance.
• Managed shift-based maintenance activities, ensuring safe and efficient execution of corrective tasks and proper reporting of temporary repairs requiring follow-up.
• Prioritize work orders based on production needs, safety risks, and equipment criticality.
• Serve as the first point of contact for troubleshooting equipment issues and coordinating emergency repairs.
• Communicate shift activities, issues, and completed tasks to incoming teams and supervisors.
• Responsible for executing planned activities when no corrective maintenance is required.
• Provide hands-on support and guidance for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs.
• Ensure proper use of tools, PPE, and maintenance procedures in line with site safety standards.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring failures and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work in the CMMS (SAP), including parts used and labor hours.
• Conduct daily equipment walkdowns to detect early signs of wear or failure
• Facilitate rapid root cause analysis (RCA) immediately after critical breakdowns
• Ensure lessons learned from failures are integrated into PM routines and SOPs

Reliability & Preventive Maintenance Support

• Assist in executing and improving preventive maintenance (PM) routines.
• Identify opportunities to reduce unplanned downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Monitor equipment condition and escalate concerns to engineering or reliability teams.
• Support TPM initiatives and basic condition checks performed by operators.

Team Development & Training

• Mentor junior technicians and support cross-training across maintenance disciplines.
• Participate in safety meetings and lead toolbox talks focused on maintenance best practices.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce safe work practices and ensure compliance with lockout/tagout and other safety procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
• Report safety incidents, near misses, and equipment hazards promptly.

What Sets You Apart 

We’re looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation: 

• 5+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled roles.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems (preferably SAP) and basic documentation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Proven leadership ability in a shift-based, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and coordination skills across departments.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or vocational training in industrial maintenance is preferred.
• OSHA 10/30, LOTO, and other relevant safety certifications a plus.
• Willingness to pursue additional training in reliability tools and leadership.

What Powers Your Performance 

Success in this role is driven by a strong mix of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who: 

• Communicate clearly and constructively 

• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success 

• Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset 

• Take accountability and show initiative in their work 

• Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance 

• Prioritize safety and act with awareness 

• Embrace feedback and use it to grow 

• Maintain high attention to detail