Lead Maintenance and Reliability Technician

Position Summary
Lead Maintenance & Reliability Technician responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring optimal performance and reliability of machinery and facility systems. Oversees daily maintenance activities and leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the preventive maintenance program in alignment with Safe Quality Food standards.

Job Responsibilities

Coordinate daily maintenance activities and prioritize work orders

Ensure adherence to safety, food safety, and company policies

Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, PLC and pneumatic issues and resolve equipment issues in a timely manner

Support installation of new equipment

Lead development and management of a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for multiple facilities

Ensure PM schedules and procedures meet SQF requirements

Maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance

Continuously improve PM effectiveness using data and performance metrics

Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure machinery longevity

Collaborate with team members to maintain optimal equipment performance

Operate forklifts, manlifts, and other industrial equipment as required

Ensure adherence to lockout/tagout procedures, industrial safety standards, and company policies

Document maintenance activities, repairs, and preventive maintenance work orders

Perform routine equipment maintenance and repairs at multiple locations

Proactively partner with Planning and Operations to schedule preventive maintenance work

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred

5+ years of maintenance experience in food or regulated manufacturing

Experience with SQF or HACCP required

Understanding of sanitary maintenance practices

Strong multi-craft skill set, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, automation, PLC/HMI troubleshooting, and instrumentation

Proficient in preventive and predictive maintenance in a manufacturing/industrial setting

Skilled in diagnosing and repairing machinery such as conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and packaging equipment

Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals

Competent in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and industrial measuring instruments

Knowledgeable in root cause analysis and continuous improvement practices

Strong problem-solving mindset, attention to detail, and proactive approach to equipment reliability and uptime

Ability to work independently or collaboratively, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment

Willingness to operate forklifts, manlifts, and other industrial equipment as needed

Flexibility for off hours support

Ability to travel to support multiple sites

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Visual acuity to inspect equipment and materials

Must be able to identify differences in colors

Must be able to lift over 50 pounds with full mobility

Must be able to perform physical activities including standing, walking, sitting, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, using stairs or ladders, pushing and pulling, and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds

Must be able to wear all PPE such as steel-toed shoes, hair nets, safety glasses/goggles, and don respirator when required

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