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Maintenance Lead
Plymouth, MI US
Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Lead
Location: Plymouth MI (Onsite)
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: $35–$40/hour (based on experience)
About the Role:
Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Maintenance Lead to oversee facility and equipment maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for both preventive and corrective maintenance, team oversight, and supporting production uptime goals. The Maintenance Lead will work closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities across the facility
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Supervise and mentor a small team of maintenance technicians
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Schedule, assign, and verify completion of preventative and corrective maintenance tasks
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Support and improve key metrics such as Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
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Assist with installation, commissioning, and upkeep of specialized European machinery
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Utilize SAP and internal maintenance software for reporting and inventory tracking
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Ensure workplace safety and compliance with internal standards and procedures
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Coordinate vendor services and oversee parts ordering and inventory control
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Provide support during customer audits and certification processes (e.G., ISO, Q1)
Qualifications:
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7+ years of hands-on maintenance experience, with at least 2 in a leadership or supervisory role
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Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and facility systems (plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, etc.)
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Familiarity with SAP and preventive maintenance tracking systems
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Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office
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Excellent communication and team leadership skills
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Experience supporting automotive quality systems (e.G., ISO, Ford Q1) is a plus
Physical Requirements:
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Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. And perform physical maintenance work as needed
Meet Your Recruiter
Chris Ingersoll
Technical Recruiter
With over two decades dedicated to talent recruitment and staffing management within dynamic agency settings, Chris possesses extensive experience across diverse industries. Throughout her career, her primary focus has always been on prioritizing the delivery of high-quality staffing solutions.
Chris consistently strives to match the right talent with the right opportunities, ensuring that both clients and candidates benefit from a seamless and mutually rewarding experience. This commitment to excellence has been the cornerstone of her approach in facilitating successful placements and fostering long-term professional relationships.
Chris's journey has sharpened her ability to handle intricate staffing needs while nurturing strong connections with clients and candidates. As always, she is committed to offering tailored solutions that contribute to organizational growth.