Maintenance and Facilities Tech IV - BIRD

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Lead (WTL) to support and guide our maintenance team at Bird-Johnson. In this hands-on role, you will help ensure maintenance tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and meet production needs. You will work alongside the team to troubleshoot equipment, assist with improvements, and promote a safe and reliable work environment.

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OSHA and company safety standards, supporting the Zero Harm initiative.
• Lead, coordinate, and prioritize daily maintenance tasks, preventive maintenance, and major rebuilds on CNC machines and related equipment.
• Provide technical coaching and training to maintenance technicians on CNC troubleshooting, repair, and best practices.
• Champion safety and maintenance standards including calibration, coolant handling, spill response, tooling, rigging, and lifting.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve machine reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance part quality.
• Drive Lean, TPM, 5S, and other continuous improvement programs within the maintenance department.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Oversee CNC controls troubleshooting and repair, including Siemens and FANUC systems; coordinate with OEM and third-party support when necessary.
• Manage maintenance documentation, safety inspections, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and company policies.
• Participate in daily stand-up and Tier meetings to communicate maintenance status, challenges, and priorities.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic production environment while promoting a strong sense of ownership and urgency.

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a production environment, specifically with CNC machines and complex troubleshooting.
• At least 18 months experience at a senior (level
  3) maintenance technician role or equivalent.
• Siemens Advanced Controls training (completed before or after advancement).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Performance Development Rating (PDR) of 3 or higher.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and on-call rotation as needed.
• OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, Forklift, and Rigging certifications, or willingness to obtain.
• Must be a US Citizen

• Proven leadership experience coaching and mentoring maintenance teams.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with CNC controls and associated hardware (FANUC, Siemens).
• Experience implementing Lean, TPM, and 5S methodologies within maintenance operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead maintenance efforts during shutdowns, retrofits, and equipment upgrades.
• Excellent communication skills, able to interface effectively with operators, engineers, management, and vendors.
• Ability to write and execute MDI programs and perform advanced diagnostics on CNC machinery.