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Cornerstone Building Brands

Manufactures exterior building solutions for buildings

Maintenance Lead Technician

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePhoenix, AZ, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED is required.
  • Previous manufacturing maintenance experience is required.
  • Demonstrated mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability is required.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings is required.
  • Experience troubleshooting motors, controls, sensors, pneumatic systems, and industrial machinery is required.
  • Working knowledge of electrical control circuits is required.
  • Ability to use hand tools, power tools, electrical test equipment, and mechanical measuring equipment is required.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance issues is required.
  • Ability to lead and direct other maintenance personnel is required.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work around manufacturing equipment for extended periods is required.
  • Ability to work in confined or difficult-to-access areas of machinery when required is required.
  • Ability to lift and handle maintenance components and tools is required.
  • Ability to work from ladders, platforms, and elevated work areas when properly authorized and equipped is required.
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, machinery, and industrial equipment is required.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment is required.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate the daily activities of maintenance technicians.
  • Prioritize maintenance work based on production requirements, safety, equipment condition, and downtime.
  • Assign work orders and maintenance tasks to technicians based on skill level and priority.
  • Provide technical guidance and assistance to maintenance personnel.
  • Monitor completion of preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance activities.
  • Communicate equipment issues, downtime, and maintenance priorities to management and production supervision.
  • Assist with training and development of maintenance technicians.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery and facility equipment.
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls-related problems.
  • Troubleshoot motors, gearboxes, conveyors, bearings, chains, sprockets, belts, pumps, valves, cylinders, sensors, switches, and other industrial components.
  • Troubleshoot 120 VAC and other industrial control circuits.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
  • Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, relays, contactors, safety circuits, and industrial controls.
  • Perform equipment repairs and adjustments to restore production safely and efficiently.
  • Work with outside contractors, equipment manufacturers, and service technicians when specialized assistance is required.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot vinyl extrusion and processing equipment, window welding machines, corner cleaners, sawing and cutting equipment, routing equipment, drilling and machining equipment, assembly equipment, glass handling and glazing equipment, conveyors and material handling systems, compressors and pneumatic systems, dust collection and exhaust systems, HVAC and facility equipment, pumps, motors, gearboxes and drive systems, safety guarding and interlock systems, and automated production equipment and controls.
  • Implement and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program.
  • Complete scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and repairs.
  • Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend permanent corrective actions.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and equipment histories.
  • Monitor critical spare parts and recommend inventory levels.
  • Inspect equipment for wear, damage, unsafe conditions, and potential failures.
  • Recommend equipment improvements that increase reliability, safety, quality, or production efficiency.
  • Follow company safety policies and applicable OSHA requirements.
  • Ensure maintenance work is performed using proper Lockout/Tagout procedures.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot machine safety devices, guards, interlocks, emergency stops, and safety circuits.
  • Participate in machine safety inspections and corrective actions.
  • Identify and report unsafe equipment or working conditions.
  • Ensure maintenance personnel use appropriate personal protective equipment and safe work practices.
  • Support electrical safety practices, including appropriate procedures for work involving energized electrical equipment.
  • Respond promptly to production equipment breakdowns.
  • Work with Production Supervisors and Leads to minimize downtime.
  • Determine whether equipment should be repaired, adjusted, or removed from service.
  • Assist Production with equipment setup, changeovers, adjustments, and troubleshooting.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce recurring downtime and improve machine reliability.
  • Track major downtime events and assist in determining root causes.
  • Support continuous improvement projects involving equipment, automation, tooling, and processes.
  • Document repairs, parts used, downtime, and corrective actions accurately.
  • Maintain work orders and preventative maintenance records.
  • Communicate equipment status and outstanding issues during shift handoffs.
  • Maintain a list of critical equipment problems and follow-up actions.
  • Recommend replacement parts, tooling, equipment upgrades, and capital improvements.
  • Assist management with maintenance-related purchasing and project planning.
  • Lead by example in safety, attendance, work quality, and professionalism.
  • Take ownership of maintenance problems rather than simply identifying them.
  • Develop less-experienced maintenance technicians through hands-on training.
  • Maintain clear communication with Production and Management.
  • Make sound decisions during equipment breakdowns and production emergencies.
  • Determine when an issue can be safely repaired internally and when outside assistance is required.
  • Keep the maintenance department organized, prepared, and responsive.
  • Promote a preventive rather than reactive maintenance culture.

Desired Qualifications

  • Five or more years of industrial maintenance experience is preferred.
  • Experience in vinyl window, door, extrusion, glass, plastics, or similar manufacturing is preferred.
  • PLC troubleshooting experience is preferred.
  • Experience with automated manufacturing equipment is preferred.
  • Experience with variable frequency drives, servo systems, and industrial controls is preferred.
  • Welding and fabrication experience is preferred.
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting experience is preferred.
  • Experience with computerized maintenance management systems or work-order systems is preferred.
  • Preventative and predictive maintenance experience is preferred.
  • Experience with machine guarding and safety circuits is preferred.
  • Electrical troubleshooting experience above basic 120 VAC control circuits is preferred.
  • Mechanical fabrication and equipment modification experience is preferred.

About the Company

Cornerstone Building Brands

Manufactures exterior building solutions for buildings

Cornerstone Building Brands produces exterior building solutions for homes and commercial properties across North America. Its offerings include metal buildings, cold-formed buildings, and rigid frame buildings, designed to be durable, affordable, and quick to assemble for a variety of low-complexity projects. The company manufactures and sells these exterior products and sells directly to contractors, builders, and other industry professionals, focusing on strong partnerships to deliver value and performance. The main difference from competitors lies in its broad product family and direct customer-focused approach, aiming to provide reliable, long-lasting solutions while engaging with communities and stakeholders. The goal is to create value for customers and contribute positively to the communities where people live and work, by helping customers build a better tomorrow.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Cary, NC
Founded
1984

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