Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Unit Supervisor

ROLE OVERVIEW: We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Unit Supervisor to oversee the operations of our Rolling Department. This position focuses on leading a dynamic maintenance crew to achieve operational excellence by meeting production objectives within a lean manufacturing framework. Working under the guidance of the Maintenance Superintendent, the supervisor ensures safety, quality, recovery, delivery performance, and productivity, all while fostering a problem-solving mindset in both planned and unplanned scenarios.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish and maintain a safe work environment, promoting practices that prevent harm to employees and the environment.
• Conduct safety reviews and lead job-specific safety discussions with the team.
• Drive operational performance through effective crew management, focusing on production quantity, quality, safety, recovery, and timely delivery.
• Motivate, train, and mentor team members by providing opportunities for growth and skill development.
• Allocate and prioritize tasks based on business needs, ensuring fair distribution of work while adhering to departmental guidelines.
• Organize appropriate staffing and scheduling arrangements for planned and unforeseen events, including absences, equipment availability, and vacations.
• Lead a diverse and adaptable maintenance workforce, ensuring responsiveness to operational demands.
• Collaborate with the team to apply root cause analysis and implement rapid solutions to sustain or restore production flows.
• Collect and analyze operational data to support problem-solving efforts and improve asset reliability.
• Implement cost-effective asset management strategies to maximize equipment uptime and ensure long-term viability.
• Advance goals around quality, cost reductions, waste elimination, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Make informed decisions on performance management, including recognizing achievements and addressing performance gaps with appropriate measures.
• Build strong relationships and leverage collaboration to resolve issues and achieve customer satisfaction.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent certification (GED) from an accredited institution.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience managing direct reports in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience within similar settings.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, alternating between days and nights every 6–12 weeks as business needs dictate.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• A mechanical background would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with working in a unionized environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of human resources policies, labor agreements, and related practices is beneficial.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and concepts for effective business outcomes is strongly desired.