Maintenance Lead

American Excelsior Company•Oh, OH

6d•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

American Excelsior Company is seeking a Maintenance Lead to join our team. This position offers competitive wages, great benefits, and several opportunities for growth. Our company has been around for over 135 years, and continues to invest in our presence in Norwalk. Come be a part of a stable, established, and growing company! The position is responsible for working under the direction of the Plant Manager while leading all activities of the maintenance department. This is a working lead position that oversees and works alongside the Maintenance Technician to accomplish all maintenance activities for the plant, most notably the maintenance of manufacturing machines. Saturdays will be required at times, specifically and most frequently during peak season from approximately April through October. Overtime, extended shifts, and callbacks may be required. Compensation/Benefits Starting wage is dependent upon experience; range of $27.34-31.57 401k with Company Match Access to Medical/Dental/Vision Plans coverage Flexible Spending Accounts Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Paid Vacation and Holidays, and more!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or 5+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong technical aptitude
Understanding and knowledge of common hand and power tools
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Strong time management skills required
Must be able to work well individually and in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of PLC-based machinery, including HMI navigation, system diagnostics, and automation controls a plus

Responsibilities

Work under direction of Plant Manager to determine maintenance priorities, activities, initiatives, and expenditures
Oversee daily activities of Maintenance Technician and provide coaching when necessary
Conduct research and acquire quotes to present to Plant Manager for external maintenance services and parts purchasing, as needed
Perform machine repairs within the work order and preventive maintenance systems
Locate machine parts and components within the maintenance inventory system
Assist in troubleshooting in all areas of manufacturing
Participate in completion of daily, weekly, and other scheduled maintenance tasks or preventative maintenance
Replace minor machine parts or components
Replace minor electrical machine components
Perform basic alignment and calibrations
Follow all safety guidelines and standard operating procedures
Inform appropriate employees of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved
Work within filing systems including work requests, catalogs, drawings and technical manuals
Maintain company-required machine and equipment records
Participate in facility housekeeping and remain alert to potential hazardous conditions and situations
Perform other duties as assigned