Maintenance Operations Lead (Electromechanical Systems & Team Leadership)

Maintenance Operations Lead – (Electromechanical Systems & Team Leadership) Up to $120,000 • Wausau, WI Area • 1st or 2nd Shift Join a premier commercial manufacturer with an incredible 76-year history of stability and significant upcoming facility expansions Lead a high-level automation team in a culture that treats people as their #1 asset and heavily invests in professional development

EXPERIENCE

6+ Years Industrial Maintenance & 1+ Year Leadership

EDUCATION

Associate's in Industrial Tech or equivalent (Bachelor's preferred) COMP Up to $120,000 annually (Based on experience)

LOCATION

Greater Wausau, WI area

TRAVEL 10

–25% for multi-site equipment installs and process alignment

TECH SKILLS

Industrial Controls, Automation, NFPA 70E Electrical Safety AUTH US Citizen or Green Card Holder required This is a high-impact leadership role at a trusted manufacturer known for its conservative growth and exceptional job security—having experienced only one layoff in nearly eight decades. Our client is currently in a major expansion phase, with plans to build new facilities over the next five years. This means constant investment in state-of-the-art machinery and custom equipment designed in-house. As the Maintenance Operations Lead, you won't just be "fixing things"; you will be owning projects from cradle-to-grave. You will join a highly collaborative team where you can see your custom equipment builds come to life. The company views training as a priority, ensuring that you and your team are always at the forefront of new automation and control technologies. For a leader who wants to combine technical expertise with team development in a rock-solid organization, this is a rare career home. What You Will Be Doing Supervising and mentoring a team of Automation & Control Technicians across shifts to ensure elite workmanship and documentation Performing root-cause analysis on complex, recurring equipment issues and implementing preventative solutions Developing clear, consistent training programs and a peer-to-peer mentorship system for technicians and operators Managing advanced electronic repairs, assigning shift tasks, and prioritizing high-impact maintenance projects Coordinating company-wide maintenance routines and overseeing various automation-related capital projects Traveling occasionally to regional sites to support new equipment commissioning and ensure process standardization Upholding rigorous electrical safety standards, including

NFPA 70E

compliance and hazard mitigation

What We Are Looking For Technical Leadership:

6+ years of maintenance experience with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role (managing technical professionals is a plus)

Advanced Systems:

Deep knowledge of industrial controls, automation components, and integrated manufacturing systems

Safety Mastery:

Strong background in

NFPA 70E

Electrical Safety and electrical hazard mitigation techniques

Project Management:

Proven ability to manage "cradle-to-grave" equipment projects and communicate effectively across departments

Education:

An Associate's degree in Industrial Technology or a related field (or equivalent professional experience) is required

Professionalism:

A solid, stable work history demonstrating long-term commitment and growth

Requirements:

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within 45 minutes of the Wausau area