Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

Portland, Oregon | Steel Manufacturing | Heavy Industrial Environment


An established steel manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead a skilled maintenance crew and help drive the safety, reliability, and performance of a 24/7 steel production operation.


This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced industrial maintenance leader who understands both the people and technical sides of maintenance. You’ll oversee Millwrights and Electricians, coordinate daily maintenance activities, drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and help troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, automation, and process equipment.

What's In It For You?

• Schedule: Rotating 12.5-hour shifts, 5:45 am - 5:45 pm & 5:45 pm - 5:45 am
• Competitive salary: $125,000 - $140,000 + depending on experience
• Benefits begin on Day 1 , including low-cost family medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with a 5% employer match , plus additional employer-funded retirement savings
• Paid vacation, recognized holidays, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, FSA & HSA options
• Opportunity to lead a skilled maintenance team in a large-scale, 24/7 steel manufacturing environment

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of an assigned Millwright and Electrical maintenance crew , ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to established procedures.
• Plan, prioritize, and follow through on preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, equipment troubleshooting, and reliability initiatives .
• Train, coach, and develop maintenance employees while reinforcing safe work practices, Lockout/Tagout, confined space, fall protection, and other critical safety procedures .
• Coordinate staffing and schedules for direct reports while maintaining accurate employee timekeeping and approving time records.
• Work closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to troubleshoot complex equipment involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, motor control, PLC, and automation systems .
• Manage maintenance work orders, parts, materials, and documentation through the Bentley Ivara APM CMMS , while monitoring completed work and maintenance performance.

What We're Looking For

• Completion of a 4-year Electrical or Millwright apprenticeship , or approximately 8 years of hands-on electrical or mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial facility.
• 4+ years of Maintenance Supervisor experience , preferably within steel, metals, manufacturing, mining, or another heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, coach, and direct skilled maintenance personnel while maintaining high standards for safety and performance.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical knowledge sufficient to supervise troubleshooting and repairs involving industrial machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication systems, motors, high-voltage equipment, and PLCs .
• Ability to read and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and equipment blueprints/schematics .
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced 24/7 production environment .

Preferred Experience

• Experience with process automation, instrumentation, motor controls, combustion systems, PLCs, and high-voltage industrial systems .
• Experience using CMMS platforms , particularly Bentley Ivara APM, to establish KPIs, work orders, maintenance procedures, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Familiarity with Oracle or other enterprise maintenance/ERP systems.
• Experience with predictive maintenance technologies such as vibration analysis, thermographic imaging, ultrasound, and laser alignment .
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout, confined space, fall protection, harness/SRL systems, and safe work permitting .

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

About TPD:


TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider with a mission to help individuals succeed by providing access to opportunities in jobs, careers, and professional development. A niche provider serving North America, we specialize in placing skilled candidates within the Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Mining industries. Whether you seek flexible or permanent positions, we assist in starting, changing, or advancing careers in a way that aligns with your goals.


We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.


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