Plant Maintenance Lead

SummaryThe Plant Maintenance Lead is responsible for the efficient operation of the maintenance department and for the general leadership of Mechanics and Cleaners. Prioritizes workload according to safety factors and operational needs and ensures workload is evenly distributed. Reviews productivity levels and the progress of all repairs. Monitors the preventative maintenance programs to ensure they are done in a timely manner consistent with all regulatory requirements. Responsible to maintain a safe work environment by ensuring safe work practices are followed and monthly safety meetings are conducted. Administer company policy and procedures and promote positive employee relations. Candidate should have knowledge in troubleshooting andor working with Conveyors, electronics (motor controls, VFD, PLC (Allen Bradley) and Hydraulics.Job DescriptionEssential Job Functions: Assist Maintenance Supervisors andor Manager to oversee the maintenance department by regularly reviewing and auditing processesprocedures to ensure that the maintenance employees are performing quality inspectionsrepairs, documenting all repairs, and making process alterations as needed.Ensures proper parts inventory management and organization. Performs regular inspections to guarantee processes are being followed.Promote positive team work and safe working behaviors.Provide proper coaching andor mentorship to all maintenance employees that will help promote a healthy and positive work environment.Ensures all maintenance employees have tools, equipment and supplies to perform maintenance andor daily tasks.Promote the use of relevant technology and information systems that improve shop performance such as Dossier.Required Qualifications: High School Diploma andor GED3 years Maintenance experience andor support of maintenance department.Bilingual (English Spanish).Self-motivated, highly competitive, and results-oriented with a proven and documented history of success.Proficiency level skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and communicating using email. Ability to learn our internal maintenance software quickly.Work experience in successfully implementing safety programs and processes.Must have leadership experience, organizational, problem solving and communication skills.Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Preferred Qualifications: Highly proficient in maintenance and shop operations.An extensive background as a mechanic with three or more years of hands-on experience is preferred.Waste industry experience.Mechanical school certificate(s)Bachelor's Degree in a related field.Valid Class "A or B" license. Good driving recordPhysicalEnvironmental Demands: Physical:Seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.Problem solving, oralwritten communication, analytical ability, organization, concentration, Eyehand coordination, working with interruptions & interpersonal abilities continuously.Sitting, standing, & walking frequently.Handling (holding), balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing, & reaching occasionally.Environmental:Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, noise, grease, oil, hotcold temperatures, & vibration continuously.Exposure to electrical hazards, chemicals, standing on concrete, and uneven or slippery surfaces frequently.Works inside & outside.Schedule: 5AM - 2:30PM (Mon-Fri) Plus OT on some Saturday'sHourly Range: $33.40hr - $36.30hrBenefits:Competitive wagesComprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision401KLife InsurancePaid Vacation and Sick TimeCareer planRecognition programsProfessional development learningAn exceptional work environmentAthens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEOMFdisabilityveteran

Created: 2025-02-14