Under direction from the Plant Maintenance Engineer, the night shift Lead Technician is responsible for the mechanical performance of all plant equipment through continuously improving and sustaining equipment reliability. Through increased reliability we will strive for zero unplanned downtime on production and utility equipment. Direct the work of mechanics and PM mechanics. Actively participate in the preventative maintenance duties as outlined in the Preventative Maintenance Program. Able to perform maintenance tasks involving troubleshooting and repairing all facility equipment. A sense of urgency in terms of maximizing production and minimizing downtime is necessary in this type of manufacturing environment. Tasks performed involve work with equipment and materials that require familiarity with formal safety and sanitation procedures and the following of these procedures to maintain the safety of the work environment and to avoid product contamination. **Employee Type:** Full time **Location:** SC Columbia **Job Type:** **Job Posting Title:** Maintenance Team Lead **Job Description:** + Interface with Maintenance Scheduler/Planner day shift Lead Maintenance and PM techs to coordinate predictive and preventative maintenance functions. + Interface with PM technicians on planned preventative maintenance to ensure reliability and accuracy of work performed. + Participate in preventative maintenance functions. + General work orders for planned preventative maintenance. + Analyze and Trend Data in areas such as: + Predictive maintenance results + Unplanned equipment downtime + SAP CMMS Data such as part usage + Facilitate and apply Root Cause and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FEMA) problem solving tools on critical assets + Develop and train maintenance and PM technicians + Performance of troubleshooting and repair of all facility machines and equipment **Supervision:** + Maintenance Manager **Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills** Required **EXPERIENCE** + Minimum of two (2) years in a lead position + Minimum of two (2) years industrial maintenance background with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience. + Experience using a computerized SAP maintenance management system (CMMS) **PERSONNEL SKILLS** + Self-motivated and results driven + Strong team interaction skills with ability to engage cross-functional resources + Excellent organizational skills **TECHNICAL SKILLS** + Basic understanding of electrical systems and controls (PLC’s, HMI’s, Sensors, etc.) + Strong computer and standard software experience (MS Office, E-Mail, CMMs, etc.) + Knowledge of Predictive maintenance tools and technologies + Project management & timeline execution. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS** + Ability to lift 50 to 100 lbs. **Preferred** + 5 years industrial maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment + Experience using SAP CMMS applications + Expert understanding of electrical principles tools and troubleshooting techniques + Experience and ability to troubleshoot and program on Allen Bradley ladder logic platforms + Experience or certification in vibration monitoring, alignment and thermal imaging techniques + Understanding of NFPA70E **EEO Statement:** Winland Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy. As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas. By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers. To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.