Lead Machine Maintenance Technician

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* Job Description:

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* TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. has an opening in its Anderson, SC Distribution Center for a  
** Lead Machine Maintenance Technician**  - Night Shift that will lead technicians across all skill levels and driving long-term reliability and performance of facility and production equipment.

This role combines hands-on technical expertise in automation, electrical systems, HVAC, and facilities maintenance with strategic leadership, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.  We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package -- tuition assistance, 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation, and holidays.

** Key Responsibilities*
* ** Leadership & Strategy*
* + Lead maintenance technicians across all levels; provide coaching, and mentoring.

+ Partner with senior leadership on capital planning, budgeting, and resource allocation

+ Act as the primary liaison between maintenance, operations, engineering, and leadership teams

+ Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment reliability and uptime

** Technical & Operational Oversight*
* + Oversee troubleshooting and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automated systems

+ Provide expert-level diagnostics on PLCs, robotics, control systems, and material handling equipment

+ Support and optimize automated warehouse and manufacturing processes

+ Lead installation, upgrades, and modifications of machinery and facility systems

+ Ensure accurate maintenance documentation, reporting, and compliance with operational standards

** Facilities & Systems Maintenance*
* + Oversee and support maintenance across multiple disciplines, including:

+ Electrical systems (motors, controls, wiring, lighting, safety systems)

+ HVAC systems (maintenance, repair, compliance, building management systems)

+ Plumbing and piping systems

+ Building infrastructure and carpentry

+ Ensure preventive maintenance is executed on all equipment and systems

+ Monitor facility systems and respond to alarms, failures, and critical

** Team Coordination & Execution*
* + Plan and prioritize daily and long-term maintenance activities

+ Coordinate work orders, PM schedules, and emergency repairs

+ Lead maintenance efforts during critical downtime or emergency

** Safety & Compliance*
* + Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards

+ Promote a proactive safety culture across the maintenance team

+ Maintain accurate logs, inspections, and regulatory documentation (e.g., EPA/HVAC records)

** Qualifications*
* ** Experience*
* + 8-12+ years of machine maintenance experience, preferably in manufacturing or distribution environments

+ 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in technical teams

+ Proven experience managing  
** complex maintenance operations and projects*
* ** Technical Expertise*
* + Advanced knowledge of:

+ Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

+ PLC programming, diagnostics, and automation systems

+ Robotics, HMI systems, and industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Device Net)

+ Ability to read and interpret  
** schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation*
* + Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills across multi-system environments

** Education*
* + Associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or related field preferred

+ Equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience considered

** Core Competencies*
* + Leadership and team development

+ Strategic thinking and continuous improvement

+ Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration

+ Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure

+ Commitment to safety and operational excellence

** Physical Requirements*
* + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

+ Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods

+ Ability to work in varied environmental conditions (hot, cold, noisy)

+ Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)

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* Note:

** The physical and weight-lifting demands described above represent essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

** Internal Qualifications*
* + No final warnings

+ No more than 6 attendance points

+ Efficiency and Quality goals met for the previous 3 months.

+ Must be in current role for 6+ months.

+ Must meet all job description requirements.

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