Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Michigan City, Indiana (IN), US

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, you will plan and supervise maintenance personnel in improvements, repairs and preventive maintenance on all foundry equipment, machining equipment, and facility. This role is also responsible for directing Electricians, Maintenance Technicians, and Laborers to a 100 % uptime goal. Another primary objective is supporting manufacturing to improve safety, quality, maximize productivity, and contribute to the overall profitability of the organization.

Job Responsibilities

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Mechanical Maintenance Plan and supervise all repair activities associated with equipment and facility maintenance.
• Direct the workforce in their work assignments.
• Provide guidance in troubleshooting of plant equipment.
• Lead and manage the maintenance team in all preventative maintenance and repair activities associated with equipment and facility maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures.
• Identify potential mechanical risks in the manufacturing process and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop, schedule, and complete necessary capital projects.
• Work with contractors and vendors to provide oversight.
• Promote good working relationships among all foundry employees including Union, Management, and Quality Assurance personnel.
• Promote and develop SPX leadership standards.
• Responsible for training and developing maintenance technicians.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment that encourages teamwork and professional growth.
• Encourages collaboration and innovation, while maintaining a positive work environment that leads to the retention of growth of employees.
• Evaluate performance and provide feedback to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Promote and direct good safety and housekeeping practices.
• Use ERP system and other technology to prepare reports for planning, performance monitoring, issue identification, and improvement.
• Maintain accurate records including production reports, inventory data, safety logs, employee performance records, time and attendance records.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement throughout the facility to enhance efficiency, equipment performance, quality, reduce cost, and optimize operations.
• Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

• Required Experience 5+ years combined industrial, mechanical, and electrical experience 2+ years of leadership / supervisor experience
• Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Previous Foundry Experience with machine tool concepts Strong organizational and computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Self-motivated, strong verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of ERP Systems. Experience with JD Edwards is a plus. Ability to accept change and adapt to schedules changes due to fluctuations in customer demands. Ability to coordinate with multiple departments to achieve best customer & company results.
• Education & Certifications High school diploma or the equivalent is required 2 year Technical Degree or equivalent preferred Certification in Advance Hydraulics, Industrial Electricity, Motor Control, & Programmable Logic Controls or equivalent experience
• Travel & Working Environment Minimum travel may be required. Less than 5%. Workplace is onsite in a manufacturing environment. Physical Demands The demands described are representative of those that must be met by someone who successfully performs the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation: Lifting up to 50 pounds Bending/stooping Frequent movement around manufacturing facility