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0990 Maintenance Team Leader Lear Corporation EEDS & Interiors United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills Jun 06, 2026 Lear For You We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. What we are trying to say is we want to be more for you. We are your path to a better career, a better future, and a better you. Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, flawlessly manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we are one of the World's Most Admired Companies. Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win. Are you ready for a better career? A better future? We're Lear For You. Maintenance Technician- Team Leader Orion Plant - Auburn Hills, MI As a member of the Maintenance team, the Maintenance Leader will be responsible formaintaining, troubleshooting, and improving automated production equipment. This position diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, and computercontrolled systems, executes preventive maintenance, and supports production teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of machinery. In addition, this role provides leadership and coordination for maintenance activities, supporting team performance, development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The Role:
Your work will include, but not be limited to: Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automated manufacturing systems
Read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and blueprints
Perform preventative maintenance per schedules and standards
Support production teams
Support startup, commissioning, and validation of new or modified equipment
Follow all safety, OSHA, and plant procedures, including lockout/tagout.
Team Leader Responsibilities:
Coordinate and prioritize work assignments to ensure timely completion of maintenance activities
Support training, mentoring, and skill development of team members
Ensure adherence to safety standards, policies, and procedures across the team
Partner with production leadership to align maintenance support with operational needs
Monitor work quality and ensure completion meets plant and company standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including downtime reduction and equipment reliability
Assist in planning and execution of preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Support root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions
Maintain accurate maintenance records and support reporting requirements
Physical Requirements:
Standing for long periods of time, climbing stairs or ladders, bending/crouching.
The ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
Working at heights when needed
Your Qualifications:
5 Years experience in the manufacturing maintenance field
Experience in automotive production and high-volume manufacturing
Strong understanding of electrical/ mechanical/ computer systems work
Proficiency with industrial automation language
Experience using diagnostic tools High school diploma or GED
Technical or Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Industrial maintenance, Electronics or related field.
Certifications (Lockout tagout)
Licenses (forklift)
Journeymen's Card
Demonstrated history of leading teams
Bonus If You Have:
Experience with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa)
Experience with HMI systems and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, etc.)
Knowledge of safety standards (machine safety, guarding, interlocks)
Lean / TPM experience Lear For You We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Becausewe want to be more for you. A path to a better career. A better future. Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions ofproductsand earneda long listof awards. Year after year,we'renamed one of the World's Most Admired Companies. They'rethe secret to our success-empowered,inventiveand inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because wewintogether. Are you ready for a better career? A better future? Job Description
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Equal Opportunity Employer Lear Corporation is committed to fair,meritbasedemployment practices and equal opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodationsin accordance withapplicablelaw. Forassistanceduring the application process, contact your recruiter directly. Applicants mustsubmittheir resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized towork in the country where the position islocated. Unsolicited resumes from search firms,employment agencies, orsimilar, willnot be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation. Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace. Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.