Machine Maintenance Lead in Rowlett

Job Description

The Maintenance Lead is responsible for maximizing equipment uptime, reliability, and performance across all manufacturing operations. This position goes beyond reactive maintenance and requires ownership of preventive maintenance programs, spare parts management, contractor coordination, and technician development.

As the site's primary maintenance leader and technical resource, you will partner closely with Operations to reduce downtime, improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and support long‑term manufacturing growth.

• Lead all maintenance activities across fabrication, assembly, paint, finishing, facilities, and utility systems.
• Develop, manage, and continuously improve preventive maintenance (PM) programs to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns, coordinate repairs, and conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurring failures.
• Manage and maintain the CMMS system, ensuring accurate work order creation, prioritization, and completion.
• Establish and maintain an effective spare parts inventory strategy to support operational reliability.
• Coordinate external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs, equipment installations, and facility improvement projects.
• Support capital equipment projects from planning through commissioning, including operator and technician training.
• Monitor and report key maintenance metrics, including equipment uptime, PM compliance, and OEE trends.
• Coach, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians through hands‑on leadership and cross‑training initiatives.
• Partner with Production leadership to schedule maintenance activities and minimize disruption to operations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

• 7+ years of industrial maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• 2+ years of maintenance leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
• Strong electrical and mechanical diagnostic skills.
• Experience with CMMS systems and formal preventive maintenance programs.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• PLC troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with CNC lasers, punch presses, press brakes, paint/finishing systems, and material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles.
• Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
• Demonstrated success developing maintenance technicians and building team capability.

• Direct‑hire, full‑time opportunity
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on plant performance and reliability
• Collaborative leadership team and strong culture of continuous improvement
• Career growth potential within an expanding organization

If you are a hands‑on maintenance leader who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, developing teams, and driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.