Maintenance Supervisor

Join a high-performing team that is going for a home run!

Copperweld is looking for a hands-on, driven Maintenance Supervisor to lead day-to-day maintenance execution at our one of our manufacturing facility in Fayetteville, TN. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will direct the work of our Maintenance Leads and multi-craft technicians, turning the maintenance plan into safe, well-executed work on the floor. The ideal candidate is a strong technician who has stepped into leading people: someone who can troubleshoot alongside the team, hold every shift accountable, and drive reliability and continuous improvement. This role will be 3rd shift for our 11 Copperweld Dr location. Training on first shift for six months.

WHAT we need you to do.

• Supervise daily maintenance activities across all shifts, assigning and prioritizing work for Maintenance Leads and technicians to minimize downtime and keep production running.
• Lead, train, and coach Maintenance Leads and technicians, including scheduling, attendance, performance feedback, and skill development.
• Execute the preventive and predictive maintenance program set by the Maintenance Manager, ensuring PMs are completed on time and to standard.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and controls (PLC/drive) issues, and get hands-on with troubleshooting and repairs when needed.
• Lead failure reporting and root cause analysis on major and repeat breakdowns, and follow corrective actions through to completion.
• Enforce safe work practices, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, PPE, and Hazard Communication, so all work meets company and OSHA standards.
• Ensure work orders, PM records, and failure data are accurately documented in the CMMS, and review shift documentation completed by Maintenance Leads.
• Drive clear communication and handoffs across shifts, and coordinate maintenance windows with production and engineering to avoid disruptions.
• Support spare parts and tool inventory, recommend critical spares, and help control maintenance costs.
• Champion continuous improvement and reliability projects, and report key metrics such as downtime, PM compliance, and MTBF/MTTR to the Maintenance Manager.
• Complete other work as assigned.

WHAT you need to possess.

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role; Associate’s degree or technical certification preferred
• Hands-on multi-craft background with AC/DC motors, variable frequency drives, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, and pumps
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, ladder logic, and mechanical drawings
• Working knowledge of reliability principles, preventive/predictive maintenance, and root cause analysis
• Solid knowledge of electrical codes and safety regulations, with the ability to enforce safety protocols within the team
• Experience with a CMMS and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and hold a team accountable
• Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to support off-shifts, weekends, and on-call coverage as needed
• Experience in wire, cable, or metals manufacturing a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing, walking, and working with machinery and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions and occasionally in confined spaces.
• Must wear required PPE, including steel-toe shoes with metatarsal guards, safety glasses with side shields, and hearing protection.

Why Copperweld?

• Strong business outlook
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Paid Time Off & 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Education Assistance Program
• Great Place to Work Certified

Copperweld is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Successful candidates will be required to successfully pass drug screening and background checks.