Maintenance Lead Technician

Maintenance Lead Technician 

4 day Work week, 100 Employee Premium Coverage, 401 Contribution

Location: Batavia, Illinois

Department: Maintenance / Operations

Reports To: Plant Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, 10 hours, Monday through Thursday.

Shift:  1^st shift with occasional reporting on the second shift

Position Summary:

The Industrial Maintenance lead technician is responsible for completing daily maintenance tasks in a manufacturing facility, to ensure all machinery, equipment, and systems are operating safely and efficiently. This role combines hands-on technical work with lead responsibilities, including developing a PM schedule and enhancing an already robust safety program, scheduling repairs and preventative maintenance, and driving continuous improvement in reliability and uptime.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair equipment and facilities.
• Schedule and perform preventative and corrective maintenance for equipment such as presses, conveyors, motors, pumps, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and PLC-controlled machinery.
• Responsible for the coordination and recordation of all maintenance/safety related inspections (i.e., smoke detectors, water treatment, temperatures, etc.).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automation issues; ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Monitor work orders and assign tasks using the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System, if needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and environmental guidelines.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify maintenance priorities and reduce downtime.
• Maintain and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Maintain proper inventory of parts, tools, and supplies; assist in managing vendor relationships.
• Participate in capital projects, equipment installations, and facility upgrades as needed.
• Provide regular reporting and Root Cause Corrective Action on maintenance performance, downtime causes, and project status.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• 2+ years of lead experience.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance tracking.
• Ability to read technical schematics, blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and industrial regulations.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or technical certification in industrial maintenance, electromechanics, or a related field.
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, robotics, and automated control systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or TPM principles.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in hot, cold, noisy, or dusty environments.
• Occasionally climb ladders or work at heights.
• Work Environment:
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with rotating machinery, heavy equipment, and strict safety protocols

Contact HR at 815-375-4497