Manufacturing General & Engineering - Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor – Manufacturing General & Engineering

Job Description

This role leads the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of maintenance activities in a manufacturing environment. The Maintenance Supervisor oversees the effective use of personnel, materials, and equipment to support Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, and Cost (SPQRC) objectives, while providing technical support to the manufacturing departments.

Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, and maintain long-range plans to improve maintenance activities across the facility.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to manufacturing departments on maintenance-related issues.
• Implement and actively support corporate safety policies, initiatives, and plant housekeeping standards.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions, determine root causes, and initiate both immediate corrective actions and long-term solutions.
• Support the plant in achieving Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, and Cost goals.
• Supervise construction and maintenance projects to ensure they meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Assist in the implementation of divisional and corporate policies within the maintenance function.
• Maintain adherence to established schedules and quality standards for all maintenance work.
• Implement and enforce safety practices and good housekeeping standards within the maintenance team.
• Train, develop, and evaluate maintenance employees to build a high-performing, multi-trade workforce.
• Comply with the terms of Local and National Labor agreements and support divisional and corporate policies.
• Initiate and maintain effective communication with internal and external teams to resolve technical and operational problems.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement preventive and planned maintenance activities.
• Complete work assignments within budget, manpower, and timing constraints, while maintaining high quality.
• Manage and supervise a multi-trade maintenance workforce, ensuring effective allocation of resources.
• Handle multiple maintenance projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Skills

• Willingness and ability to work any assigned shift, including daily, weekend, and holiday overtime as required.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings accurately.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical concepts as applied in a manufacturing setting.
• Hands-on experience in machine, assembly, and/or facility maintenance areas.
• Knowledge of how to ensure and maintain a safe industrial work environment.
• Proficiency in basic math, including trigonometry, for technical problem-solving.
• Experience performing clerical tasks related to maintenance, such as data gathering and machine studies.
• Proven experience supervising a multi-trade maintenance workforce.
• Strong knowledge of tooling, manufacturing, and assembly processes.
• High level of analytical ability to solve complex technical and operational problems.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate team members, and drive performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear and effective information sharing.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using Lotus Notes or other email communication tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and exhibit strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at the same time.
• 8–10 years of relevant maintenance or maintenance supervision experience.
• Training in a skilled trades area or equivalent technical training.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred.
• Experience in maintenance management and preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience in supervision within a union environment is beneficial but not required.
• Experience specifically in maintenance supervision roles.
• Successful completion of behavior-based competency assessments (such as DDI inventories and assessments) measuring ability to learn, adaptability, initiative, motivational fit, decision making, results orientation, teamwork, empowerment, organization, and planning.
• Broad understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and general maintenance practices.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, well-established manufacturing organization that offers strong long-term career prospects and comprehensive benefits. The culture emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and professional development, giving you the opportunity to grow your technical and leadership skills over time. You will work in a structured environment that values collaboration, supports advancement, and recognizes the impact of effective maintenance leadership on overall business success.

Work Environment

The role is based in a climate-controlled, unionized manufacturing facility. You will supervise a multi-trade maintenance team working around production machinery, assembly equipment, and facility systems. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to established housekeeping standards. Work hours may include varying shifts, with the expectation of daily, weekend, and holiday overtime as needed to support production and maintenance requirements. You will use standard office software tools such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email systems for planning, reporting, and communication, while spending significant time on the shop floor overseeing maintenance activities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WENTZVILLE, MO.

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in WENTZVILLE,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.