Lead Maintenance Mechanic Job at Watlow, Columbia, MO

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  • Watlow
  • Columbia, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Columbia, MO

About Watlow

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world-class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive.

Guided by our values: Do what is right, Always learning and improving, Respect everyone, and Lead with service and humility - we empower our people to turn ideas into real impact. Joining Watlow means becoming part of a team that embraces challenges, grows together, and shapes the future of technology, while making a real difference in the world.

At Watlow

We offer a positive work environment, cutting-edge technology, and great opportunities for professional development across our three plants located in El Marqués, Querétaro.

This location stands out for its strong culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation. Our teams work closely across departments to deliver high-quality solutions, and we invest in our people through training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.

About the role

As a Maintenance Supervisor at Watlow, you will lead a team of skilled technicians to ensure the reliability and performance of our equipment and facilities. You will play a key role in driving preventive maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives, while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork.

What You'll Do:
• Lead and supervise maintenance technicians, assigning tasks and prioritizing workloads.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
• Conduct equipment inspections and coordinate repairs.
• Oversee external facility support vendors and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records using CMMS.
• Train and mentor technicians to promote skill development and safety adherence.
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs and minimize production interruptions.

What you'll need to succeed:
• High-school graduate/GED (preferred).
• Two-year degree or Technical Certificate or 5+ years of related experience.
• Proven leadership experience in maintenance or a related field.
• Strong hands-on technical knowledge in industrial machinery systems.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting (preferred).
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety regulations.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours and respond to emergencies.
• Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office.

Why Join Watlow's team:

The health, well-being, and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career-enhancing benefits.

Work model: Onsite

Compensation package: Competitive, based on location and experience

Learning & growth: This role offers hands-on leadership experience, exposure to advanced manufacturing systems, and opportunities to grow into higher-level operations or engineering roles.

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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