About the role
Company Overview: Merrimack Manufacturing is a medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are a growing manufacturing company that will play a crucial part in bringing innovative and life changing products to life.
Position Overview: The Maintenance Lead is responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations within a medical device manufacturing environment. This role ensures production equipment, facilities, and support systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and quality requirements. The Maintenance Lead provides hands-on technical support, coordinates preventive maintenance activities, and assists in leading maintenance technicians to minimize downtime and support production goals.
Responsibilities: * Lead and support daily activities of the maintenance team. * Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and facility systems. * Coordinate and perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities. * Respond to equipment breakdowns and production support requests in a timely manner. * Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment logs. * Assist with installation, validation, and qualification of new equipment. * Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, GMP, OSHA, and company safety requirements. * Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability. * Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Facilities teams. * Monitor spare parts inventory and assist with ordering replacement components. * Train, supervise and mentor maintenance technicians on equipment and procedures. * Participate in audits and support corrective actions as needed. * Ensure proper lockout/tagout and safe maintenance practices are followed.
Qualifications and Skills: * 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. * Prior lead or supervisory experience preferred. * Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing preferred. * Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and troubleshooting skills. * Experience working with PLCs, automation systems, and production equipment. * Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals. * Strong organizational and communication skills. * Proficiency with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office.
Education: Associate degree or technical certification in Maintenance, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.
Physical Requirements • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds. • Ability to work around manufacturing equipment and machinery. • May require occasional overtime or weekend support. Work Environment • Fast-paced medical device manufacturing environment. • Requires adherence to cleanroom, safety, and quality procedures where applicable.