Maintenance Lead Mechanic

We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Lead Mechanic to oversee equipment upkeep and support reliable manufacturing operations in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This position combines hands-on mechanical expertise with day-to-day leadership, helping ensure machinery and facility systems operate safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong troubleshooting ability, a proactive maintenance mindset, and the confidence to guide technicians in a fast-paced production environment.

If you are already in contact with one of our Recruiting Managers, please reach out to them directly to discuss this opportunity. If not, for immediate consideration, please apply or call Warren Knight at 484-214-2624

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily maintenance priorities and assign work to support continuous, safe operation of production equipment and building systems.

• Diagnose malfunctions across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical machinery, then complete or guide effective repairs.

• Organize maintenance requests and schedule work in a way that reduces unplanned downtime and supports production goals.

• Lead preventive and predictive maintenance efforts to extend equipment life and improve operational reliability.

• Provide coaching and technical direction to maintenance technicians and mechanics, reinforcing best practices and safe work habits.

• Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to address equipment performance issues and implement practical solutions.

• Support machinery installations, equipment upgrades, modifications, and larger improvement projects within the facility.

• Review repeat equipment failures, identify root causes, and introduce corrective measures that strengthen long-term performance.

• Maintain clear service records, repair histories, and spare parts documentation while ensuring inventory accuracy.

• Enforce safety standards, company procedures, and lockout/tagout requirements, and coordinate with outside vendors when specialized service is needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training, apprenticeship experience, or vocational education is preferred.
• At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or supervising maintenance personnel is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to repair and maintain conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, hydraulic systems, and other production machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with welding, fabrication, machining, or precision alignment methods is considered an advantage.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems and strong troubleshooting, organizational, and independent work skills in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$65,000.00-$75,000.00 Yearly

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