Maintenance Technician Lead - Automation
Job in
Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85201, USA
Listed on 2026-05-14
Listing for:
Amphenol
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-14
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Automation Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Posted Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Position SummaryAt Amphenol Industrial Operations, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing maintenance operations with a strong focus on automated systems. This role ensures equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports continuous improvement initiatives across the facility. The Maintenance Supervisor provides hands‑on technical leadership, mentors maintenance staff, and partners closely with production and engineering teams to optimize the performance of automated machinery. The ideal candidate brings strong troubleshooting skills, leadership capability, and experience working with automation systems in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities, prioritizing work orders and emergency repairs
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated equipment including PLCs, robotics, conveyors, and control systems
- Serve as the subject matter expert for automation systems and provide guidance to maintenance technicians
- Perform advanced diagnostics on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs
- Assist with installation, commissioning, and validation of new automated equipment
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout procedures and OSHA requirements
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, documentation, and reporting
- Partner with production to reduce downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
- Train and mentor team members to build technical skills, especially in automation
- Support continuous improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing and root cause analysis
- High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred
- 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or lead role
- Strong experience with automation systems, including:
- PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
- HMI systems
- Robotics (Fanuc, ABB, or similar)
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
- Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
- Knowledge of CMMS systems preferred
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of servo systems and motion control
- Familiarity with industrial networking (Ether Net/IP, Profibus, etc.)
- Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience
- Promote a safety‑first culture
- Foster teamwork and accountability
- Lead by example with strong work ethic and professionalism
- Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Manufacturing/industrial setting
- May require standing, lifting, and working in varying conditions (heat, noise, etc.)
- Flexibility to work off‑shifts, weekends, or on‑call as needed
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