Lead Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Supervisor

Lead Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Supervisor
Memphis, TN
Temp-to-Hire | Day Shift

TempExperts is seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Supervisor for a growing manufacturing facility in Memphis, TN. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing the daily maintenance operations, assigning work to maintenance personnel, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring production equipment operates safely and efficiently.

Day Shift – Monday through Friday with flexibility for occasional overtime or weekends as needed.

The ideal candidate will have 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, including experience leading or supervising maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of conveyor systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, electrical systems, and preventative maintenance programs is required.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead, mentor, and coordinate the daily activities of the maintenance team.
• Prioritize and assign maintenance work to ensure minimal production downtime.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment and industrial machinery.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Install, adjust, maintain, and repair production machinery and facility equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues and implement effective repairs.
• Coordinate emergency repairs while maintaining a safe working environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and cutting torches as needed.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and preventative maintenance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and OSHA standards.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe maintenance shop and work environment.
• Collaborate with production leadership to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical, vocational, or trade school certification preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring, or supervising maintenance personnel preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Experience with conveyor systems, production equipment, motors, gearboxes, and automated machinery.
• Welding and fabrication experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency using a variety of hand and power tools.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift equipment, tools, and parts weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, and reach throughout the workday.
• Work in varying temperatures and manufacturing environments including exposure to noise, dust, and machinery.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in elevated areas when necessary.

TempExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.