Maintenance Lead - 2nd shift

Key Accountabilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all plant mechanical equipment as directed by the Mechanical Maintenance Foreman.

• Conduct periodic inspections of plant equipment and report conditions requiring further evaluation.

• Communicate regularly with other departments regarding job status, projected completion times, and any need for assistance.

• Perform basic equipment rigging under supervision.

• Carry out advanced rebuilds and retrofits of mechanical equipment (e.g., blowers, gearboxes, centrifuges) and perform advanced industrial fabrication as required.

• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles.

• Perform basic electrical maintenance and mechanical fabrication tasks as needed.

• Respond to call-ins during nights, weekends, and holidays for emergency mechanical repairs, ensuring issues are resolved or escalated appropriately.

• Serve as a liaison with mechanical vendors, coordinating inspections, repairs, parts availability, and verifying labor and material documentation.

• Monitor replacement part status within assigned areas and notify the Foreman of any concerns.

• Use plant maintenance software to review open emergency and planned maintenance jobs and accurately document work performed and job status.

• Maintain safe working conditions and promote safe work practices within the department.

• Conduct monthly safety meetings and employee training to support a zero lost-time injury record.

• Perform all duties in accordance with Quality System Manual procedures.

• Other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Strong command of oral and written communication in the local language (English preferred).

• Additional language skills are beneficial.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial mechanical maintenance.

• Formal training or practical experience in mechanical repair and maintenance.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Understanding of plant operations within assigned areas.

• Competence in millwright work, machining, heavy equipment maintenance, pipe fitting, and general maintenance.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings for equipment assembly and disassembly.

• Ability to work in environments involving solvents, lubricants, dust, fumes, and extreme temperatures.

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including: Constant standing and walking Frequent lifting, climbing, reaching, pushing, and pulling Occasional lifting of objects up to 100 lbs

Must possess current US employment authorization; sponsorship not available for this position.​​

EOE