Maintenance Operations Lead Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionYour Day, Your Impact — Bardstown, KY

Step into our facility in Bardstown, KY and set the pace for the maintenance crew. You’ll kick off with a quick huddle, align preventive maintenance priorities, and assign work so the plant runs smoothly. Before lunch, you might be hands-on with a machine tear-down, guiding a tech through diagnostics on a stubborn fault. In the afternoon, you’re collaborating with production to shorten a planned outage, updating maintenance logs, and coaching a junior mechanic on hydraulic best practices. You’ll wrap the day by reviewing safety checks and refining the maintenance schedule—ready for whatever the on-call rotation brings.

What You’ll Handle

• Lead and supervise a team of maintenance mechanics to keep operations efficient and safe.
• Execute and oversee routine maintenance and repairs on facility machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues, implementing durable fixes.
• Document work performed and parts used, maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Partner with production and other teams to reduce downtime and improve processes.
• Train, mentor, and upskill junior mechanics to build bench strength.
• Champion safety standards, procedures, and compliance across the shop floor.
• Assist with planning, developing, and rolling out preventive maintenance schedules.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in mechanics or a related field preferred.
• Solid background as a maintenance mechanic, including 2+ years in a leadership capacity.
• Strong command of mechanical systems, working knowledge of electrical systems, and proven troubleshooting ability.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and calm under pressure when solving problems.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and on-call shifts as business needs arise.

Technical Strengths

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems
• Hydraulic Systems & Components
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair

If you love solving complex mechanical challenges and leading from the front, we want to hear from you.