Maintenance Lead
Company: Omega Plastics Inc
Primary Location: 24401 Capital Blvd, Clinton Township, MI 48036 USA
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are looking for a motivated and dependable Maintenance Lead to support our plastic injection molding operations by driving equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and promoting a strong safety culture.
In this leadership-focused role, you will work closely with Production, Scheduling, Quality, and Engineering teams to ensure equipment and facility systems operate efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong troubleshooting skills, a sense of urgency, and the ability to prioritize maintenance activities in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do
Lead and support daily maintenance activities for production equipment, facility systems, and grounds
Coordinate preventative maintenance activities with Production Scheduling to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair injection molding equipment, auxiliary equipment, and facility infrastructure
Maintain accurate inventory levels for critical spare parts and maintenance consumables
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and operational efficiency
Assist with sourcing vendors and managing onsite contractors as needed
Utilize purchasing and PO systems for parts, service work, and contractor support
Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and in compliance with company safety standards and ISO 13485 procedures
Partner cross-functionally with all departments to respond quickly to maintenance needs and production priorities
What Success Looks Like
The Maintenance Lead is accountable for key operational metrics including:
Preventative Maintenance completion and compliance
Equipment uptime and response time
Accuracy and organization of spare parts inventory
Safe execution of all maintenance activities
What We're Looking For
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Experience in plastic injection molding or manufacturing maintenance
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively under tight deadlines
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Experience working with preventative maintenance systems and vendor coordination
Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to make a direct impact on production performance and reliability
Collaborative team environment
Hands-on leadership role with growth potential
Fast-paced manufacturing environment where your skills truly matter
Qualifications
7+ years of Maintenance experience in a plastic injection manufacturing environment
Experience in the medical device industry or ISO 13485 environmenta plus
Experience with PLC's, automation, and vision systems preferred
Documented HVAC, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical credentials preferred
Positive attitude
Process & results driven
Organized and able to bring projects to a successful conclusion
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills
Compensation
The expected pay range for this position is $34-39.00/hour
Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience and competencies. Further details can be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.
Benefits
Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.
