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The Continuous Improvement & Maintenance Lead is responsible for improving the reliability, efficiency, safety, and productivity of our manufacturing operation while maintaining production equipment and facilities. This hands-on role combines equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, process improvement, equipment optimization, and capital project support. Working closely with production employees, supervisors, and management, this position focuses on reducing downtime, scrap, labor costs, and process variation while improving throughput, quality, and equipment reliability. Key Responsibilities Preventive Maintenance & Reliability Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance program. Establish maintenance schedules for production machinery, material-handling equipment, dust collection systems, compressors, HVAC, and facility equipment. Track maintenance completion and equipment history. Identify recurring equipment failures and develop corrective action plans. Maintain critical spare-parts inventory. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls issues. Coordinate outside service providers and equipment technicians. Recommend equipment replacements or upgrades based on reliability, cost, and return on investment (ROI). Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, labor efficiency, material utilization, and throughput. Lead continuous improvement projects from identification through implementation. Perform root-cause analysis to resolve production problems. Use problem-solving tools such as 5-Why, Pareto analysis, and fishbone diagrams. Reduce machine setup and changeover times. Improve production flow and workstation layouts. Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures and standard work. Eliminate unnecessary movement, handling, waiting, and processing. Identify opportunities for automation and labor reduction. Measure and document the financial impact of improvements. Millwork Process Improvement Focus on improving the following areas: Machine setups and ripping operations CNC operations and profile changes Tooling and cutter life Material handling and material flow Packaging Dust collection Finishing operations Scrap reduction and material yield Continuously identify ways to increase finished linear feet through the plant using the same or fewer labor hours. Equipment & Capital Projects Assist management in evaluating new machinery and technology. Develop ROI justifications for equipment improvements. Assist with equipment installation and commissioning. Coordinate contractors and equipment suppliers. Identify automation opportunities. Improve existing equipment before recommending replacement. Maintain project schedules and budgets. Verify that capital improvements deliver expected results. Safety Identify and correct machine safety hazards. Maintain machine guarding. Support lockout/tagout procedures. Participate in safety inspections. Identify ergonomic risks and assist with corrective actions. Work with management to maintain OSHA compliance. Documentation & Systems Maintain equipment records and maintenance history. Create preventive maintenance checklists. Develop machine troubleshooting guides. Maintain standard operating procedures. Document continuous improvement projects and cost savings. Track downtime and equipment reliability. Maintain parts and maintenance inventory. Work with management to integrate maintenance and continuous improvement information into the company's ERP systems. Required Qualifications Manufacturing experience. Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability. Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, and technical documentation. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently. Strong communication skills. Ability to work directly with production employees and supervisors.

Preferred:

Millwork or woodworking manufacturing experience. CNC experience. PLC and controls experience. Electrical troubleshooting experience. Welding and fabrication experience. Pneumatics and hydraulics experience. Lean or Kaizen experience. Six Sigma training. ERP experience

Education Required:

An associate's or bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Operations Management, or a related field.

Pay:

$26.00 - $36.00 per hour Expected hours: 45.0 - 48.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person