Mechanical Program Lead Iii

Responsibilities:

• Maintain safe work practices and promptly report hazardous conditions or unsafe behaviors to the project team.
• Lead installation and debugging activities to meet milestones and schedules for successful capacity expansions.
• Design and implement mechanical solutions and process changes that improve manufacturing equipment capability.
• Resolve mechanical and process issues through data analysis, experience, and collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Manage spare-parts identification and storeroom entry based on supplier or engineering recommendations, accounting for available inventory across both plants.
• Create and maintain engineering and operations documentation.
• Train operations personnel on equipment and process changes.

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of mechanical systems and equipment, including pumps, motors, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Align, test, and calibrate mechanical systems after installation.
• Diagnose complex mechanical failures and recommend effective solutions.
• Use blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to support troubleshooting and repairs.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.
• Partner with other departments to implement process improvements.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Associate degree.
• A high school diploma may be accepted with substantial hands-on experience.

Required Experience:

• At least three years of experience installing new equipment in a manufacturing environment; startup experience is preferred.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, industrial equipment, and installation methods.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience leading crews in industrial, manufacturing, semiconductor, energy, or similar environments.

Required Skills:

• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and processes.
• Strong technical foundation and mechanical engineering skills.
• Ability to independently prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing installation environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Expertise in pneumatics, bearings, gear systems, conveyors, and other mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Knowledge of industrial safety regulations and practices.
• Basic computer skills for recordkeeping and use of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Certifications:

• Mechatronics trade credentials are highly preferred.
• Relevant mechanical or industrial certifications, such as Millwright, or Welding, are a plus.

Desired Skills:

• Strong leadership skills
• Hands-on experience with commercial manufacturing equipment.
• Project leadership or management experience, including milestone management and budget accountability.
• Experience managing vendors and suppliers on-site and remotely.
• CAD experience.
• Experience with Maximo, or maintenance leadership.
• Detail-oriented and able to work with limited supervision.

Soft Skills:

• Leadership experience in technical project management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Ability to allocate and supervise resources to meet aggressive project milestones, schedules, specifications, and budgets.
• Ability to shift priorities quickly.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel between project sites in Newton and Hickory, North Carolina.

Work Schedule and Flexibility:

• Standard schedule is 40 hours per week, with overtime expected. Project demands may require periodic off-hours coverage to complete work and coordinate with team members.

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