SQF Assistant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Maintenance Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance operations of a production facility, ensuring machinery and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. This role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical expertise, the ability to interpret technical documentation, and the leadership skills to guide, train, and coordinate maintenance technicians in a fast-paced production environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and coordinate daily maintenance team activities across all shifts.

• Read and interpret technical manuals, OEM documentation, electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment prints to guide repairs, installations, and troubleshooting.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on packing and production line equipment.

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance (PM) programs to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and lead troubleshooting efforts to restore production with minimal delays.

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, preventive maintenance records, and parts usage documentation.

• Manage spare parts inventory, order replacement parts, and coordinate with vendors and outside contractors.

• Train, mentor, and evaluate maintenance technicians.

• Collaborate with Production and Operations leadership to prioritize repairs and minimize disruptions to production schedules.

• Identify and recommend equipment upgrades, process improvements, and cost-saving opportunities.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance shop and work area.

• Communicate with equipment manufacturers, vendors, and third-party maintenance providers regarding repairs, service requirements, troubleshooting, and technical support.

• Schedule and coordinate vendor visits, maintenance appointments, inspections, and repairs, ensuring timely equipment access and clear communication with internal teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or production facility; food or packing facility experience preferred.

• Proven experience troubleshooting production and packing machinery, including conveyors, packaging equipment, motors, pumps, and PLCs.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment prints.

• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Previous leadership, supervisory, or lead-technician experience preferred.

• Forklift certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certification preferred.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.

• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to direct a team and prioritize tasks under time pressure.

\nCompany Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.