Lead Maintenance Technician

• About Redwood Materials
• Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse
• recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.
• Lead Maintenance Technician
• As the Lead Maintenance Technician, you will provide shift-level leadership for the maintenance and repair of all electromechanical equipment within the facility. You will work directly alongside maintenance technicians on the floor, providing hands-on technical expertise, guidance
• direction to ensure equipment operates safely, reliably
• in support of production demands. This role supports the Maintenance Supervisor by assisting with job assignments, daily coordination
• provides continuity when the supervisor is out of the office.
• Hours: 6:00am – 6:00pm Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday
• Responsibilities will include:
• Lead and mentor a team of electromechanical maintenance technicians
• Schedule and assign tasks to team members, ensuring that work is completed on time and to the required standards
• Offer technical guidance and coaching to maintenance team members - Reinforce performance standards
• Work with planners to develop and implement preventive maintenance plans to minimize equipment downtime
• Audit routine inspections to identify potential issues and address them proactively
• Coordinate and oversee the repair and replacement of electromechanical components as needed
• Diagnose complex electromechanical issues and implement effective solutions
• Interface directly with cross-functional teams to assess and execute projects
• Ensure that emergency repairs are carried out promptly to minimize production disruptions
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure that all maintenance activities comply with relevant regulations and guidelines
• Participate in safety audits and investigations and implement corrective actions as necessary

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience in leadership preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a production/plant maintenance setting
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
• Excellent work ethics, attention to detail and positive attitude during challenging times
• Strong experience in heavy commercial equipment (Mills, Crushers, Conveyers, Pump Rebuilds, Rotary Airlock troubleshooting/replacement, Rigging, Machine Installation, Electronic Troubleshooting, Machine Alignments, etc.)
• Solid technical aptitude with a background in troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and process improvement.
• Ability to disassemble and reassemble complex mechanical systems
• Strong leadership and team management aptitude
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in troubleshooting AC and DC electrical systems, as well as experience with motion control, motors, pneumatics, sensors, PLC, I/O, and VFDs. Experience in fabrication and welding preferred
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Comprehensive knowledge of performing maintenance tasks with a strong emphasis on safety. Ensure that all work is carried out in strict adherence to relevant safety regulations (such as OSHA, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space protocols, etc.).
• Proficient in CMMS use, data entry and lookup, MS Office applications
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to work with Tyvek suits, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR), and other personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time (up to a full shift)
• Position requires standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs
• Work is performed in industrial conditions that may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes for extended periods
• Working Conditions:
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to varying weather, noise, temperature extremes
• Availability to work weekends, nights, or on- call as needed
• The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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