Lead Maintenance Technician

Job Description
1. Job Overview Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance operations of injection molding equipment on a shift. This role serves as the technical expert on the maintenance team, providing hands-on support in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues. The Lead Tech ensures that all equipment is maintained in optical condition to support continuous production and minimize  addition to performing complex maintenance tasks, the Lead Maintenance Technician coordinates work assignments, mentors’ junior technicians, and ensures compliance with safety protocols and preventatives maintenance schedules.

This position plays a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, supporting process improvements, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the maintenance team.
2. Job Dimensions Direct Reports:
None Geographical scope: OKOK Plant Decision-Making Authority:
None Functional dimensions:
Maintenance Department, OKOK Oklahoma City Plant
3. Accountabilities
3.1. Key Functions Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians in performing preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.

Work with Maintenance Manager to effectively provide appropriate procedures to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency.

Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, and perform necessary repairs.

Coordinate with production teams to minimize downtime and optimize machines’ performance.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, parts inventory, and equipment history.

Train and mentor maintenance technicians, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies, promoting a safe working environment.

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance processes and equipment performance.

Assist with managing spare parts inventory, ensuring availability of critical components.

Collaborate with external vendors and service providers as needed.
3.2. Responsibilities Follow and support all Company Safety, GMP, HACCP policies.

Follow and support all Company ISO, QMS and QSI policies.

Maintain the highest quality of services rendered.

Maintain good housekeeping in the shop and on the plant floor.

All other duties as assigned.
4. Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalency; technical degree or certification in industrial maintenance, or related field preferred.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in injection molding maintenance.

Strong knowledge of injection molding machines, robotics, and auxiliary equipment.

Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical,electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Strong organizational and communication abilities.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Commitment to safety and quality standards.
5.

Physical Requirements Standing and Walking:
Extended periods (Up to 12 hours per shift) on concrete floors in a fast-paced production environment.

Lifting and Carrying:
Up to 50lbs safely with the frequency of at least 10 times per shift, and 25lbs regularly.

Pushing and Pulling:
Carts, bins, and pallets using approximately 75lbs of force with the frequency of at least 10 times per shift.

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling:
As needed to access materials and operate equipment in a regular frequency.

Climbing and Reaching:
Using ladders or steps and reaching overhead or below waist level to load/unload materials with occassional frequency.

Mobility and Coordination: safely navigate equipment, production areas and storage zones with good balance and coordination. Occasional need to stoop, kneel, crouch…