Maintenance Technical Lead

Location:

Toledo, OH
Must be able to work all 3 shifts

The Maintenance Technical Lead is responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and improving maintenance activities that support automotive testing equipment, facility equipment, and building operations. This role leads a skilled multi-trade maintenance team while ensuring compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

• Plan, coordinate, prioritize, assign, supervise, implement, and review maintenance and repair activities for automotive testing equipment, facility equipment, and buildings.
• Lead and direct a small multi-trade maintenance crew to complete work safely and on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Canadian Electrical Code, TSSA requirements, corporate policies, and all applicable regulations.
• Develop maintenance strategies and programs while improving existing maintenance policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot automated testing system issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Manage all aspects of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance for skilled trades personnel.
• Oversee and maintain a preventive maintenance program for automotive testing equipment and facilities.
• Prioritize maintenance work based on operational urgency and workforce availability.
• Maintain accurate hourly timekeeping records, vacation schedules, and time-off requests.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for janitorial service contracts.
• Conduct environmental inspections and coordinate waste disposal and pickup activities.
• Procure parts, materials, tools, and equipment rentals required to complete maintenance work.
• Track and report key performance metrics, including preventive maintenance completion rates, overtime, and other maintenance KPIs.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal customers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels for maintenance materials, spare parts, and equipment.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial automation experience, including project management experience.
• Ability to work any shift, including overtime as required.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels, from hourly represented employees to senior leadership.
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships with plant leadership and internal customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Goal-oriented self-starter with proven leadership abilities.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop skilled trades employees.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience leading maintenance teams in a unionized environment.
• Green Belt, Red X, or Six Sigma certification/training.
• Experience with:
  • Industrial controls
  • Robotics
  • Drives
  • System-level communication systems
  • Sealing systems
  • Glass cell systems
  • Conveyance systems
  • Welding systems (all types)
  • Paint process equipment and associated systems
  • Vision systems and sensors
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.