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.