Maintenance Group Lead - San Antonio, Texas

Work on the 1-million sq. ft. factory is now under way on the 400-acre site. It will be the company’s second largest plant, rivalled only by JCB’s world headquarters in Rocester, Staffordshire, England, and create 1,500 new jobs over five years. The factory will make Loadall telescopic handlers and aerial access equipment, with production scheduled to start in 2026. The factory will also have the capacity to expand and build other products in the future.

Company Profile
80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 23 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name.

Position Purpose
The Maintenance Supervisor (Group Lead) is responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations to ensure all equipment, facilities, and systems operate safely and efficiently. This role coordinates and directs maintenance staff, manages work orders, and ensures the timely completion of preventive and corrective maintenance tasks. The Maintenance Supervisor also supports operational reliability by enforcing maintenance standards, optimizing resources, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Position Type
Full Time, Exempt

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
• Oversee maintenance of production machinery, including welders, laser cutters, hydraulic presses, conveyors, and heavy fabrication equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Lead and schedule maintenance technicians to support 24/7 manufacturing operations, ensuring critical-path equipment receives priority attention.
• Manage and troubleshoot breakdowns involving mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems common in heavy equipment manufacturing.
• Implement and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs, using tools such as vibration analysis, thermography, and lubrication schedules to extend equipment life.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of production lines, tooling, cranes, and material handling systems to identify wear, safety risks, or performance issues.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production managers and engineering teams to support design changes, process improvements, and equipment upgrades.
• Manage parts inventory and procurement, ensuring critical spares for large scale machinery are stocked to reduce repair lead times.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, including lockout/tagout, equipment guarding, rigging safety, and compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Train and develop maintenance staff on troubleshooting techniques, equipment-specific procedures, and safe work practices relevant to heavy industrial equipment.
• Maintain detailed maintenance documentation, including work orders, equipment history, downtime reports, and compliance records for audits and continuous improvement efforts.

Minimum Qualifications
• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in manufacturing or heavy equipment production.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience leading or supervising maintenance teams, technicians, or skilled trades personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, such as schematics, blueprints, equipment manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Working knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and industrial equipment safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline.
• Advanced certifications such as PLC programming, industrial automation, or maintenance reliability (e.g., CMRP, CMRT).
• Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or reliability-centred maintenance (RCM) methodologies.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
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