Maintenance Lead

Description

• Generate reports on production metrics, efficiency, and quality performance
• Support tooling preventive maintenance programs, oversee and coordinate the activities to ensure smooth and efficient operation
• Provide and facilitate effective communication and information flow with other departments
• Inspect tools before installation, and after removal, to ensure all parts are in good working condition
• Work with Scheduling and crew Supervisors for prioritization of projects
• Provide training and guidance to staff, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively. Identify training needs and organize relevant training programs
• Drive and maintain safety standards while being an active participant on the safety team
• Ensure that equipment is properly set up, maintained, and operated according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction
• Complete rebuild planning by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; and resolving problems
• Maintain inventory of tooling and corresponding manufacturing capabilities on each production line
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide guidance as needed
• Proactively identify opportunities to acquire tooling to increase production capabilities
• Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, and budgetary and personnel requirements
• Maintain housekeeping according to 5S standards, promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and company policies, and conduct regular safety inspections, provide training on safe work practices, and address any safety concerns promptly
• Manage day-to-day work activity such as changeovers, PM schedule and repairs
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs or maintenance with the maintenance team
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, evaluate new technologies, and optimize material utilization
• Maintain accurate records of activities, equipment maintenance, and quality control results
• When production process permits, assist maintenance department in whatever activity needed and assist Production Manager in any tasks that may be required at the time
• Analyze data; investigate issues; identify solutions; recommend action
• Regular engagement with Quality Control in the implementation and enforcement of quality control procedures to ensure that products meet the required specifications and standards
• Train and onboard employees
• Report on tool performance (initiate tool Work Order form); report any deviation from standard to ensure good performance and perform repairs to installed Tooling to ensure downtime is minimized, able to meet schedule

Requirements

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Candidate who is mechanically inclined and a plus is someone with at least 3 years' experience in machine maintenance in the plastics industry; an in-depth, detailed knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical processes (thermoforming or previous changeover experience preferred)
• Familiarity with safety regulations and quality control standards in the manufacturing industry
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proven experience in manufacturing or a similar role within the plastics industry
• Forklift certification, a plus
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. periodically throughout the day
• Leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team
• High school diploma or equivalent. Additional technical or vocational training in chemical engineering, plastics processing or related field is preferred

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Highly competitive base pay
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Health and wellness programs
• The hourly pay rate is $33-35/hr.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance