Job Description

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations in a high-volume manufacturing facility. This includes leading a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and enforcing safety protocols. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical expertise in heavy industrial equipment, and a proactive approach to preventative maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate activities of maintenance personnel (mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic systems).
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize production downtime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment issues, recommending and implementing solutions.
• Ensure maintenance activities are performed in compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment logs, and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) data.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and safety teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Schedule maintenance shifts and ensure adequate staffing and training.
• Support capital projects and upgrades by coordinating contractor activity and internal team involvement.
• Manage parts inventory, tool tracking, and vendor coordination.
• Foster a positive work environment with an emphasis on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting.
• 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proficient in mechanical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with CMMS systems and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.

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