Lead Maintenance Technician - AM Shift

Lead Maintenance Technician

Join a Team Where Technology Meets Opportunity

Join our Maintenance team and play a key role in keeping our operations running safely and efficiently. As a Maintenance Lead, you'll provide hands-on technical support while leading daily maintenance activities, mentoring technicians, and ensuring equipment reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you enjoy troubleshooting complex equipment, leading by example, and making a direct impact on production, we'd love to hear from you.

To learn more about Belmarks maintenance culture click the link below:

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Schedule

• AM Shift - 4:00pm to 4:00am
• 12 hour shifts, 3 days on, 4 days off rotation (NOT A SWING SHIFT)
• 10 week rotation; Sunday - Tuesday and Wednesday - Friday
• Occasional overtime as needed
• Pre-employment drug test and background check are required

Compensation

• Hourly rate based on experience, role level, and applicable shift differential that aligns with your expertise and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a safe work environment by following all safety procedures and Safe Quality Foods (SQF) standards.
• Lead and coordinate daily activities of the maintenance team, assigning work based on production priorities.
• Provide training, mentorship, and support to maintenance technicians.
• Communicate daily updates, project status, and critical issues to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Lead shift handoff meetings to ensure clear communication and continuity.
• Perform and support mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production equipment.
• Identify root causes of equipment issues and implement long-term corrective solutions.
• Complete preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Maintain clean, organized maintenance workspaces and inventory areas.
• Ensure accurate parts inventory and work order documentation.
• Foster teamwork, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the maintenance department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and follow both written and oral English communication.
• Possess excellent electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experienced in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Must be familiar with AC and DC circuits, low voltage through 480v three phase power.
• Office software and computer navigation skills.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Effective team collaboration and communication
• Ability to use hands for 100% of work time (e.g. wrenches, screw drivers, drills, etc.); and reach above shoulders for 25% of work time.
• Ability to: stand and walk for 75% of work time; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for 25% of work time.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds or less 30% of work time, up to 50 pounds or less 15% of work time and up to 75 pounds or less 15% of work time.
• Ability to: see clearly at 20 inches or less, or 20 feet or more and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift and perform bending, kneeling, crawling, and reaching as needed.
• Frequently use hand tools and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds, with routine lifting up to 50 pounds.

Experience Requirements

• 8+ years of electro-mechanical maintenance experience, or 4+ years with an Associate's degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or a related field.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience working with AC/DC circuits and up to 480V three-phase power.
• Ability to lead small teams, support maintenance operations, and manage equipment-related projects.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance with Wellness discount
• FREE On-site Health Clinic
• Company paid Life Insurance & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) + Profit Sharing (up to 6% match)
• Paid vacation AND personal time
• Paid holidays beginning day one
• FREE gym membership
• Other benefits include Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program

Working Conditions

• Exposure to moving machinery, noise, vibration, lighting effects, and industrial environments, including elevated or outdoor work when required.

Non-sales job postings are limited to residents in the states of Wisconsin and Arizona only. Belmark is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Eligibility for internal transfers is based on completion of required trainings, overall performance, attendance record, qualifications, and tenure in your current position.

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