About this role
The Maintenance Leader is responsible for leading all maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facilities. This role requires strong hands-on technical expertise in PLC systems, tube cutting equipment, hydraulic systems, and both Preventive and Corrective Maintenance, combined with a coaching leadership style, strong sense of urgency, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We offer: Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Reliability • Lead and execute Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability. • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and PLC-related issues. • Ensure proper maintenance and operation of tube cutting equipment, CNC machinery, and automated systems. • Develop and continuously improve maintenance standards, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides. • Manage spare parts inventory to ensure availability while controlling costs. Controls & Automation • Provide advanced technical support for PLC systems (programming, troubleshooting, and optimization). • Work with engineering and production teams to improve automation, cycle times, and equipment performance. • Support equipment upgrades, retrofits, and new equipment installations. Leadership & Team Development • Lead, coach, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and specialists. • Promote a coaching mentality, encouraging problem-solving, technical growth, and accountability. • Foster strong teamwork and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Safety teams. • Set clear expectations and respond with urgency to equipment breakdowns and operational issues. Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement • Ensure full compliance with safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, and downtime reduction. • Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and implement sustainable corrective actions. • Support lean manufacturing and reliability-centered maintenance practices. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial, or related field). • 5+ years of experience in maintenance leadership roles within a manufacturing environment. • Strong hands-on expertise in: o PLC systems (troubleshooting and programming) o Tube cutting equipment o Hydraulic and pneumatic systems o Preventive and Corrective Maintenance • Proven experience managing maintenance teams in high-volume or automated manufacturing operations. • Fully bilingual (English & Spanish) – written and verbal.
Tasks and Qualifications: Key Competencies & Skills
• High sense of urgency and ownership mindset. • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. • Coaching and people-development orientation. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to prioritize and perform under pressure. • Strong organizational and planning capabilities. • Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.