Introduction:
We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Maintenance Lead to oversee maintenance operations at our Wild Bird Seed Production Facility. This position is responsible for leading a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring equipment reliability, and implementing preventive maintenance programs to support efficient production processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, troubleshooting skills, and leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Supervision: Direct and support the maintenance team, assigning tasks and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of production machinery, conveyors, robotic palletizers, and packaging systems.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and automation-related equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Preventive Maintenance Program: Develop and implement scheduled maintenance procedures to extend equipment lifespan and improve reliability.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and industry best practices.
• Inventory & Spare Parts Management: Maintain stock of critical spare parts and coordinate with procurement to ensure timely replenishment.
• Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with production and engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and equipment upgrades.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, downtime analysis, and work orders.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience: 3+ years in industrial maintenance, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Education: Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Automation Knowledge: Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems is a plus.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Excellent troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills to diagnose and resolve complex issues.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in an industrial environment, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Safety & Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and industrial safety standards.

Company Benefits:

At Red River Commodities, we value our employees and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development. Below are some additional benefits that we offer.

• On-demand pay available through Tapcheck
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• 401k & company match
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program

Red River Commodities and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all employment practices within our organization. Red River Commodities makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workplace. As part of our hiring process, Red River Commodities participates in the E-Verify program.