Manufacturing Maintenance Lead - LME

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Pella Corporation
Manufactures windows and doors for residential and commercial buildings.
Lead technician schedules, coordinates and executes maintenance in manufacturing.
8 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
Onsite
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Manufacturing
Window Installation
Door Installation
Retail Services
Product Design
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Role
What you would be doing
work orders
preventive maintenance
inventory management
metrics tracking
vendor coordination
safety compliance

Learn, comprehend and implement safety and quality procedures to assure the safe and proper operation of the equipment.

Operate equipment/tools that require close control, adjustment, and following production orders.

Prepares weekly schedule and works in conjunction with Management and Engineers to approve the schedule to ensure machine availability. This may include shutdown scheduling.

Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each position.

Works with Sr. Engineer in training and motivation of maintenance team personnel

Maintain good housekeeping.

Work at an elevated level on an occasional basis when handling products.

The employee is required to use hands to grip or handle; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Follow Standard Work or other documented processes.

Responsible for screening work requests prior to approval, as well as classifying, determining job content, and assigning work orders

May require frequent handling of glass and other product materials.

Push or pull with up to 100 lbs. of force on an occasional basis when moving products.

Coordinate deliveries and expedite as needed

Performs the control of job execution by assigned personnel and follow up on job with internal customer.

Generate up to 100 lbs. of grip strength on an occasional basis with each hand while handling products.

Read and interpret machine and parts manuals

Responsible for tracking metrics related to maintenance team

Stoop, kneel or squat on an occasional basis when handling products.

Mandates minimum information on work orders to include complete names, dates, machines worked on, time (worked and downtime), cost centers, parts issued to and account numbers, and reason codes for tracking failures in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Reach forward and to the side on a frequent basis when handling products.

Generate up to 20 lbs. of pinch strength on an occasional basis with each hand while handling products.

Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures.

Meet Takt time with productivity goals with accuracy and quality.

Stand on a continuous basis and walk on a frequent basis during the course of each shift.

Track and report progress against schedules to ensure successful, on-time completion

Formulate hour estimates and completion dates to establish and maintain a plan for accomplishing work

The Lead Maintenance Technician / Technical Scheduler works as part of the maintenance team to organize and distribute the work orders to several maintenance team members. This position is responsible for the effective execution of daily maintenance activities to include scheduled work, preventative maintenance and emergency work. In order to fulfill these responsibilities in the most effective manner, he/she is charged with supporting the Sr. Engineer in developing the group of maintenance technicians into a well-trained and committed “maintenance team.” This position will handle a variety of tasks based on business necessity. This position has a high level of responsibility.

Read and interpret process documentation (SOP, Cut Sheets, Standard Work, etc.)

Read and interpret blueprints

Use of measurement devices.

Works with Management to track labor capacity, manage work order backlog, and ensure a high degree of on-time completion of work

  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, operational procedures, and quality requirements.
  • Coordinate building and facility maintenance, including vendor scheduling.
  • Work order planning and distribution of work
  • Track labor capacity, work order backlog, and maintenance team performance metrics.
  • Work with ladders, lifts, and fork trucks; meet physical demands of maintenance work.
  • Responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and execution of daily maintenance operations
  • Support Sr. Engineer in training, developing, and motivating the maintenance team.
  • Schedule and assign preventative, emergency, and routine maintenance tasks using CMMS.
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams and vendors; maintain professional relationships.
  • Manage MRO inventory—order, receive, issue, and maintain parts and materials.
  • Ensure maintenance records and stormwater program inspections are completed and documented.
  • Review and prioritize work requests; estimate labor hours and plan job execution.
  • Supports technician development/training
  • Facilities, orders, equipment reliability, maintaining accurate records and inventory
What you bring
autocad
plc troubleshooting
class b
lift truck
manufacturing maintenance
blueprint reading

Ability to meet physical requirements of the job.

Accuracy and attention to detail

Able to safely work with and around moving equipment.

Time management

MP2 training and planning

PRE-WORK SCREEN LEVEL 3

Proficient mechanical and math aptitude

Regular / dependable attendance consistent with attendance guidelines is required.

Programmable Controllers

Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas.

Lift Truck License

Pass pre-employment tests, as required.

Safety glasses required in designated areas.

Fast paced work with productivity goals.

Ability to work with internal and external customers

Display average eye-hand coordination on a continuous basis while performing job tasks.

High school diploma or equivalency desired.

Excellent oral and written communication

May have frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts.

Ability to learn and perform repetitive job tasks.

Able to work with minimal supervision

Ability to move to different lines and responsibilities.

Understanding and following Continuous Improvement (CI) principles

Seasonal high temperatures and humidity.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Use of hand tools and machinery is required.

Must be willing to travel to other locations as necessary, by various modes of transportation including air

Familiarity with American units of measure for weight, time, and distance.

This job requires the use of close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Decision making / problem solving in a manufacturing environment with minimal supervision.

Probable clothing spoilage due to nature of work

Pass pre-work ability screen, as required.

Auto Cad

Ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner with team members.

Pneumatics/Hydraulics

Requires communication skills and the cognitive ability to learn the safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Pass Job Certification test(s), as required.

Manufacturing-related experience is preferred.

Blueprint Reading

Proficient computer knowledge

Algebra/Trigonometry

Lift up to 100 lbs. at waist level on an occasional basis and up to 40 lbs. at shoulder level on an occasional basis when handling products.

Must have LME License (In Oregon)

Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 10 hours per day. Refer to Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities.

Class ‘B’ Electrical License

Pass drug screen.

Must be able to order, issue, change stocking levels, and transfer parts

Strong planning and organizational skills as well as good interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external customers and vendors

Ability to learn and rotate to three (3) or more different responsibilities and / or positions.

Industrial Math

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.

  • Must have Manufacturing Maintenance Experience (5+ experience)
  • Programmable Logic Controller Troubleshooting
  • Auto Cad
  • Flexibility to support 2nd/3rd Shift Team Members on occasion.
  • Requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work flexibly across sites and shifts.
  • Class ‘B’ Electrical License
Benefits

Tobacco free workplace.

Flexibility of work hours including mandatory overtime when business needs requires.

  • Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm (possible overtime until 5:30pm and some Saturday’s)
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded in 1925
Year of Establishment
Reflects the company's long-standing reputation in the industry with over 97 years of experience.
  • Offers a broad range of products for both residential and commercial sectors.
  • Known for high-quality, energy-efficient windows and doors with customization options.
  • Products are widely used in new construction and home renovations across North America.
  • Committed to continuous improvement with cutting-edge manufacturing and materials.
  • Adapts to market needs, introducing innovative window technologies and responding to design trends.
  • Specializes in storm doors, patio doors, and other building solutions.
Culture + Values
  • Positive Attitude
  • Get It Done
  • Competitive
  • Team Player
  • Care
  • Total integrity in everything we do
  • Encouraged to be yourself
  • Committed to your health, wellness and safety
  • Focused on people
  • We believe in the little extras
  • Environmental stewardship (protecting our environment and conserving natural resources)
Environment + Sustainability
100% private fleet
Fleet Efficiency
Operates with a fully energy-efficient private fleet.
75% fleet partners
Fleet Partnerships
75% of fleet partners aligned with EPA SmartWay.
13,983 urban trees
CO2 Reduction
Diverts CO2 equivalent to 13,983 urban trees planted over 10 years.
13,500 volunteer hours
Community Support
Employees contributed 13,500 hours to 315 non-profits and granted $136,000 via foundation.
  • Targeting net-zero carbon—not yet net-zero date specified
  • Energy-efficient product design (ENERGY STAR®, Passive House, LEED, HERS, Net Zero certified options)
  • cyclePella program: reclaims left-over stain for recycled finishes
  • Longstanding ENERGY STAR partner since 1999; Sustained Excellence award in 2009–2010; ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year 2013
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Women
Historical Workforce Demographics
In 1943, women comprised 50% of factory workers earning equal pay.
2020 Award
Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award
Recognized for a culture built on integrity, teamwork, respect, and embracing diverse backgrounds.
2024 Ranking
America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women
Named one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2024.
2025 Recognition
Campus Forward Award
Received the Campus Forward Award via RippleMatch in 2025.
  • Encouraged to be yourself: culture built on respect and valuing different perspectives
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Manufacturing Maintenance Lead - LME at Pella Corporation in Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area