Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor - Precision Manufacturing | Farmington, CT

Direct Hire | $90,000–$100,000/year DOE | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

About the Company

Our client is an established precision manufacturer with decades of experience producing metal components and assemblies for a range of industries, including medical, defense, and aerospace. Family owned and managed, they partner closely with customers from early prototyping through full-volume production, and are known for taking on complex, precision-driven work that requires real technical expertise.

This is a great opportunity to take the lead of a maintenance department at a well-established, mission-driven precision manufacturer - training apprentices, driving equipment reliability, and shaping how the team operates.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team: Supervise Maintenance Technicians, delegate work, and train apprentices
• Own machine maintenance: Oversee repair, rebuilding, and installation across the facility
• Manage the workflow: Run the Manager Plus system for work requests/orders and keep asset files current
• Troubleshoot & repair: Diagnose mechanical issues, dismantle/reassemble equipment, and design, build, and grind machine parts as needed
• Keep parts stocked: Maintain inventory and purchase repair/spare parts
• Build small equipment for new design needs
• Champion safety: Enforce Lockout/Tagout and rigging protocols

Qualifications

• Tool Maker or Machinist certification, with 5+ years running a maintenance department
• A self-starter with strong reasoning, sound judgment, and high energy
• A collaborative, team-first leadership style — decisive, credible, and organized
• Computer literacy and the ability to instruct others
• Physical ability to read prints/inspect parts closely, work with manual dexterity, stoop/bend frequently, and lift up to 35 lbs unassisted
• Reliable attendance as an essential function of the role

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