The Lead Mechanical Operations Technician balances advanced hands-on technical execution with operational oversight to maintain high-speed form, fill, and seal manufacturing equipment. This role is responsible for driving machinery reliability, performing complex troubleshooting, and actively mentoring and coordinating junior technicians on the production floor. Serving as the primary technical point of contact, this role ensures both equipment optimization and the adherence of shift personnel to strict operational standards.
Qualified candidates must possess over two years of hands-on technician experience specializing in form, fill, and seal machinery or high-speed manufacturing environments. Effective communication skills and demonstrated leadership capabilities are essential for effectively guiding junior staff through complex repairs. Candidates must be fully committed to working a 12-hour night shift and completing up to one month of preparatory training on the day shift.
location: FAIRBURN, Georgia
job type: Contract
salary: $24 - 26 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: No Degree Required
responsibilities:
- Guide, train, and mentor junior technicians, serving as the technical escalation point for complex repairs and field conflicts
- Direct and execute comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to optimize machine uptime across the shift
- Diagnose, repair, and overhaul a variety of form, fill, and seal machinery to sustain high production standards
- Investigate complex mechanical failures and troubleshoot intricate electrical equipment to implement permanent corrective fixes
- Monitor equipment performance and delegate specific daily repair tasks to junior staff to ensure efficient shift execution
- Step in to assist with direct machine operation as needed to keep production lines running smoothly
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Minimum 1 year of experience
- Education: No Degree Required
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
