Maintenance Team Leader

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Team Leader to oversee a team of maintenance mechanics and electricians in a manufacturing environment. The Maintenance Team Leader will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing equipment, coordinating maintenance activities, and providing technical guidance to the maintenance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for driving continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Directs the day-to-day activities of assigned area in conjunction with or in the absence of supervision.
* Must be able to read, comprehend, answer questions, and make decisions on written instructions and departmental procedures.
* Be able to perform multiple operations simultaneously.
* Be able to troubleshoot problems and make repairs in the areas of his specialties either from experience or with the aid of manuals, wiring diagrams, etc.
* Work requires good skills in reading, writing, and math, the ability to transmit orders and directives to other employees, and to post, interpret, and check a variety of routine production reports.
* Must often use independent judgment to diagnose equipment problems and analyze best method for desired results.
* Must have a high degree of manual dexterity and be mechanically inclined.
* Using Computers (entering information, etc.)
* Comply with all sites required policies and procedures including but not limited to: EHS, Quality, Code of Conduct, and the Wichita Falls Employee Handbook.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities:
1. Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, support, and training as needed.
2. Coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities, ensuring that equipment downtime is minimized, and production schedules are met.
3. Conduct regular inspections of machinery and equipment to identify potential issues and address them proactively.
4. Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment breakdowns and increase overall equipment efficiency.
5. Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions, performing repairs or coordinating with external vendors as necessary.
6. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment history, and inventory.
7. Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
8. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a culture of safety awareness among the maintenance team.
9. Monitor and control maintenance costs, including labor, materials, and equipment, to meet budgetary targets.
10. Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in maintenance practices and recommend process improvements and equipment upgrades as necessary.
11. Communicates with supervision regarding problems, decisions, and production requirements.
12. Answers questions and makes decisions regarding day-to-day operations.
13. Aids the supervisor in maintaining safe working conditions and good housekeeping practices.
14. Maintains and records work order data.
15. Maintains departmental supplies.
16. Regularly leads a group of six or more employees.
17. Assists supervisor in maintaining departmental morale and efficiency.
18. Performs other duties as required.
19. Works overtime as needed.
20. Complies with all EHS rules related to the work environment.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITES:

* Comply with all department, facility, corporate and regulatory EHS regulations.
* Requires wearing safety glasses, flame retardant clothing, earplugs, Metal tarsal shoes, Hard Hats, Respirator, Caustic Suit, and another department specified PPE.
* Report all job-related illness and injuries (Per Employee Handbook).
* Report all safety, health, and environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
* Attend all EHS training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/EQUIPMENT USED"

1. Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee is required to execute the following:
* Depending upon the task, performs work requiring from minimal physical effort to heavy laboring operations.
* Work requires some constant walking, standing, heavy lifting, carrying, and handling.
* Must pass Jaeger 2 eye exam. (Requires color)
* Lifting and carrying to the waist-to-chest high level, floor to waist and chest to overhead.
* Gripping and Pinching.
* Climb stairs and ladders.
* Fine manipulation, use a keyboard and mouse.
* Be able to crawl, squat, balance and sustain bending.
* Be able to finger Press.
* Be able to push, pull and twist.
* Moderate lifting <25,>50 lbs.
* Be able to carry items with two hands.
* Be able to carry with one hand.
* Reach for items nearby, far, and overhead.

2. Non-Medical Surveillance Related EHS Training:

* Fall Control
* Confined Space Entry
* Machine Guarding
* Flammable/Combustible Liquids & Compressed Gases
* Hazardous energy sources (LTV)
* Electrical

3. Equipment Used:

* Robots
* Aerial Lift
* Walk Behind Fork Truck
* Fork Truck
* Pallet Jack
* Maintenance equipment, tools, and testing devices.

4. Training:

* Additional trade training in the mechanical field is beneficial.


5. Work Environment:

* Exposure to Nickel, Heat, KOH and RCF.
* May be exposed to noise, oil, dust, fumes, chemicals, heat, cold, or wetness.
* Some exposure to changes in seasonal temperatures.

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS

* Audiogram
* Vision
* Heat Stress
* Mobile Equipment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Prefer to have working knowledge of plant equipment, its operation, and how to repair.
• 2 years of departmental experience.