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Maintenance Lead Mechanic

United States, Allentown · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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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.

Job Responsibility

  • 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

Requirements

  • 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
  • Experience using computerized maintenance management systems and strong troubleshooting, organizational, and independent work skills in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

  • Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

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