Machine Maintenance Leader
- Buffalo, NY
- $77,000-97,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Be part of an exciting journey as we build our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park in Alabama, NY! This role offers a unique hybrid opportunity, blending remote work flexibility with on-site presence during the facility's construction phase.
- Maintenance Oversight: Plan, coordinate, and supervise maintenance activities for CNC machining centers, assembly lines, testing equipment, and painting systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards
- Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all factory equipment, including CNC machines, assembly systems, test rigs, and spray booths, to reduce unexpected failures.
- Troubleshooting and Repairs: Diagnose and resolve complex equipment malfunctions, including hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and PLC-controlled systems, to ensure minimal disruption to production.
- Team Leadership: Lead, train, and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Inventory Management: Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely availability of critical components for CNC machines, assembly tools, testing equipment, and painting systems.
- Process Improvement: Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify opportunities for equipment upgrades and process optimizations to enhance throughput and quality.
- Safety and Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities adhere to OSHA regulations, environmental standards, and factory-specific safety protocols, including those for handling paints and chemicals.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and downtime incidents, providing regular reports to the Manufacturing Maintenance Manager.
- Testing and Calibration: Oversee maintenance of testing equipment to ensure accurate performance validation of dry pumps, including vacuum and pressure testing systems.
- Painting System Maintenance: Ensure spray booths and painting equipment are maintained for consistent application quality and compliance with environmental regulations.
- Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 7 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role. Experience with CNC machining, assembly automation, testing systems, and industrial painting processes is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in troubleshooting PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), CNC controls (e.g., Fanuc, Siemens), hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and electrical circuits. Familiarity with vacuum pump technology and painting systems is a plus.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, manage multiple priorities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Certifications: Certifications such as CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional), OSHA 30, or Lean Six Sigma are desirable.
- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- ***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.***
Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market
Work in a global diverse and dynamic environment You can grow with us: we always look for internal candidates before checking the market and have training and development programs We have a friendly, family-like atmosphere - and that is not just a claim on the wall, it's a true fact
You can be creative and promote your own ideas
Every day brings new challenges and new things to learnEdwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems. We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards. With over 100 years of rich heritage, Edwards is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world. Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research.At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way. Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go. At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity make a difference locally in our own discipline. We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to be First in Mind, First in Choice relies on this strategy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.For more information about Edwards visit our website:A division of Atlas CopcoDiverse by nature and inclusive by choice
Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.