Maintenance Lead

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Maintenance Lead McDonough, Georgia
Job Ref: 41702

3RD SHIFT MAINTENANCE LEAD – MCDONOUGH, GA

LARGE INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING COMPANY IN MCDONOUGH, GA IS HIRING AN EXPERIENCED 3RD SHIFT MAINTENANCE LEAD!

We are looking for a strong, hands-on Industrial Maintenance Lead with advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience, strong PLC knowledge, and the ability to lead, train, and support maintenance technicians.

Candidates with food manufacturing, beverage manufacturing, or similar GMP-regulated manufacturing experience are highly preferred.

PAY & SCHEDULE

Pay: $38.00–$41.00/hour (firm)
Shift: 3rd Shift
Sunday: 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Monday–Thursday: 11:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Location: McDonough, GA
Overtime: Available; workweeks are typically closer to 50 hours
Shift Differential: None

IMPORTANT: The pay range is firm. Candidates must be comfortable with the offered compensation and schedule.

MUST-HAVE REQUIREMENTS

6+ years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience required.
5+ years of PLC and advanced industrial electrical troubleshooting experience required.
Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
Experience maintaining high-volume conveyor systems and automated production equipment.
CMMS experience required, including closing work orders, tracking parts, reviewing maintenance documentation, and managing PMs.
Experience coordinating and completing preventive maintenance programs.
Ability to train, coach, and provide technical guidance to maintenance technicians.
Must be willing to perform hands-on maintenance and repairs.
Strong experience troubleshooting motors, controls, and industrial machinery.
Ability to read electrical schematics and technical manuals.
Stable employment history required.
Must be comfortable working overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime.

Distribution center and warehouse-only maintenance backgrounds will not be considered. Industrial manufacturing experience is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead daily maintenance activities and provide hands-on technical support.
Ensure preventive maintenance tasks are completed on schedule.
Train, coach, and develop maintenance technicians.
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, motors, conveyors, and industrial washers.
Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs.
Assign maintenance work and monitor completion.
Manage CMMS work orders, PM schedules, parts tracking, and repair documentation.
Diagnose equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime.
Maintain industrial water systems, pumps, and facility equipment.
Monitor equipment performance and identify reliability improvements.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, and maintenance projects.
Maintain parts and maintenance inventory.
Enforce OSHA safety requirements and proper maintenance procedures.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Strong experience with:

PLC troubleshooting and industrial electrical controls
Industrial conveyor systems
Motors and motor controls
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Industrial washers and automated equipment
Preventive and predictive maintenance
CMMS work orders, PMs, and inventory tracking
Electrical schematics and equipment diagnostics
Maintenance technician training and leadership

Preferred: Food/beverage manufacturing, GMP environments, industrial automation, welding, piping, boilers, and water circulation systems.

BENEFITS

401(k) eligibility after 30 days
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match on the first 3%
Fully vested employer contributions
18 days of paid time off annually, prorated based on hire date
4 additional floating holidays
8 paid company holidays
Additional healthcare and employee benefits

WORK ENVIRONMENT

High-volume industrial manufacturing and wash operations.
Non-climate-controlled facility.
Exposure to heat, water, steam, chemicals, and industrial equipment.
Hands-on maintenance work in an active production environment.
Must be comfortable with overtime and urgent equipment repairs.

APPLY TODAY

If you are an experienced Maintenance Lead, Lead Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance Supervisor, Electrical Maintenance Lead, or Senior Maintenance Mechanic with strong PLC/electrical troubleshooting skills, CMMS experience, and hands-on maintenance leadership abilities, apply today.

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