Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Location: Dagsboro

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The Hatchery Maintenance Lead is responsible for overseeing and performing the maintenance and repair of all equipment, systems, and structures within the hatchery. This position ensures that hatchery operations run efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all regulatory and company standards. The Maintenance Lead will coordinate daily tasks and oversee maintenance team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports Allen Harim’s vision, mission and values
• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the hatchery maintenance team.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, including HVAC, incubators, hatchers, water systems, conveyors, and motors.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs in maintenance logs or systems.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend upgrades or replacements when necessary.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and company safety standards and procedures.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff on equipment handling, safety protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Work closely with hatchery management and production to schedule maintenance with minimal disruption.
• Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns or urgent maintenance requests.
• Ensure the cleanliness, safety, and organization of maintenance areas and tools.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note for level:

• Basic:
  Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
• Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Knowledge/Skills

• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Must possess strong problem resolution skills.
• Must be able to deliver business results under pressure while championing performance improvement
• Must have expert customer service skills with a focus on problem resolution to complex issues.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and maintenance software.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, plumbing, and welding.

Demonstrated Competencies to be Successful in the Position

• Thinking - information search and analysis, problem resolution skills
• Engaging - understanding others, team leadership, developing people
• Inspiring - influencing and building relationships, motivating and inspiring, communicating effectively
• Achieving - delivering business results under pressure, championing performance improvement, customer focus new solutions to complex issues.
  
  - Expert

Supervisory Responsibilities

List the supervisory responsibilities this position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities.

N/A

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders
• Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods.
• May be exposed to dust, noise, chemicals, and live poultry.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform physical tasks in various working conditions (hot, cold, humid).

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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