Maintenance Team Leader Lebanon, TN

Tracking Code

10964

Full-Time/Regular

WE ARE AUTOKINITON
DRIVING SUCCESS FOR THE WORLD'S TOP AUTO MANUFACTURERS.
At AUTOKINITON, we are more than just an automotive supplier — we are the backbone of vehicle performance and safety. Specializing in high-strength structural components and precision stamping assemblies, our parts are trusted by the world's leading automakers. Our dedicated teams proudly deliver quality parts and assemblies that contribute to vehicle durability and safety. With decades of experience, a passion for continuous improvement, and a forward-thinking approach, we play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.

CAREERS WITH AUTOKINITON
Building the Future—Together. Autokiniton is a trusted partner to the world's leading automotive manufacturers, known for our operational excellence and culture of continuous improvement. Our core value, 'We, not I,' reflects our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and shared success. We cultivate a workplace where independent thinking is encouraged, and every associate plays a vital role in our progress. Join a high-performance team committed to shaping the future of mobility—with opportunity, purpose, and growth at every turn.

POSITION: MAINTENANCE

TEAM LEADER

Location:

Autokiniton - Lebanon, TN
Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular
Job Duration:
Regular/At-Will
Compensation: $34.00 - $40.50 per hour
This full-time, hourly role is a part of our Operations team and reports to the Operations Supervisor and Manager.

The Maintenance Team Leader at AUTOKINITON's Lebanon, TN facility is responsible for leading and coordinating a team of maintenance technicians to ensure the reliable and efficient operation of all production equipment, tooling, and facility systems. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, maximizing equipment availability, and supporting the plant's overall operational excellence goals. The Maintenance Team Leader serves as a hands-on technical resource and people leader, driving a culture of proactive maintenance, safety compliance, and continuous improvement across the maintenance department.

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians on assigned shifts, ensuring all team members are performing their duties safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards and procedures.
• Coordinate and prioritize daily maintenance activities including preventive maintenance (PM), predictive maintenance, and corrective maintenance tasks to minimize production downtime and maximize equipment uptime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures on stamping presses, robotic systems, conveyors, and other production equipment, providing hands‑on support as needed.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs to extend equipment life and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Ensure all maintenance work orders are accurately documented in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), tracking labor hours, parts usage, and equipment history.
• Collaborate closely with production supervisors and managers to schedule maintenance activities that minimize disruption to production schedules and meet customer delivery requirements.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, coordinating with procurement to ensure critical components are available while controlling costs.
• Enforce and champion all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations within the maintenance department, conducting regular safety audits and toolbox talks.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and maintenance cost reduction using lean manufacturing and…