Maintenance Lead

JOB DESCRIPTIONA client of Insight Global is a well-established, stable manufacturing organization, seeking a Maintenance Team Lead to oversee maintenance operations at its New Haven, Connecticut facility. This individual will lead hands-on maintenance efforts while directly supervising one Maintenance Mechanic and will be groomed for advancement into a Maintenance Manager role as the facility and team continue to grow.REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEExperience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance environmentsStrong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systemsHands-on experience supporting automation systems, including Allen‑Bradley PLCsExperience maintaining manufacturing and packaging equipmentPrior experience leading, mentoring, or training othersExperience developing and executing preventive maintenance programsStrong ownership mentality with the ability to work independentlySafety-focused, reliable, and detail-orientedDesire and capability to grow into a Maintenance Manager roleDay-to-Day ResponsibilitiesLead daily maintenance operations at the New Haven facility, supervising and mentoring one Maintenance MechanicPerform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of manufacturing and packaging equipmentDiagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issuesSupport, maintain, and troubleshoot automation and control systems; PLC involvement as applicableMaintain and service packaging equipment, including systems utilizing Yaskawa and Hamer componentsMaintain material handling equipment such as fluid bed dryers, screeners, and conveyor systemsService and support heavy equipment, including CAT machinery and Toyota forkliftsDevelop, schedule, and execute preventive maintenance (PM) programs to improve equipment reliabilityPartner closely with production teams to minimize downtime and support operational efficiencyTrack maintenance activities, repairs, and PM completion using maintenance logs or CMMS toolsPromote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring all work complies with safety standardsIdentify opportunities for process improvement, equipment upgrades, and long-term reliability initiativesPrepare for future transition into a Maintenance Manager role by taking on increased planning, coordination, and leadership responsibilitiesNICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEBilingual (English/Spanish)