Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to support and maintain a state-of-the-art, high-precision CNC manufacturing operation. This position is responsible for ensuring maximum equipment reliability and uptime for CNC machining centers, turning centers, multi-axis machines, automated material handling systems, and facility support equipment. The role requires serving as the technical leader for complex troubleshooting, preventive and predictive maintenance, equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives that support world-class manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining centers, CNC lathes, grinders, and other precision manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo, spindle, lubrication, and coolant systems.
• Troubleshoot CNC controls, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo amplifiers, sensors, encoders, and industrial networks.
• Maintain and repair machine tool components including ball screws, linear guideways, automatic tool changers (ATCs), pallet changers, chip conveyors, coolant filtration systems, and hydraulic power units.
• Perform machine alignments, leveling, backlash verification, spindle analysis, ball bar analysis, and accuracy checks to maintain tight machining tolerances.
• Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance activities to maximize machine availability and extend equipment life.
• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Support machine installations, relocations, retrofits, and capital equipment projects.
• Assist Engineering and Manufacturing teams during process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product launches.
• Maintain maintenance documentation, work orders, spare parts inventory, and equipment history using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Work closely with Quality and Production teams to minimize downtime while maintaining product quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety practices, and company safety standards.

Essential Skills

• Electrical
• Troubleshooting
• Mechanical
• Pneumatics
• Preventive maintenance
• Repair
• Maintenance supervision
• Blueprint reading
• PLC troubleshooting
• Schematic reading
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Hydraulics
• Welding
• Industrial maintenance
• Facility management
• Machine assembly
• Production management

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a direct placement with a well-established company, providing immediate access to full company benefits, long-term stability, and a clear path for advancement. The organization is known for promoting from within, offering hands-on training, skill development, and real upward mobility for individuals eager to grow their careers. It's an ideal fit for someone looking for a long-term home where hard work is recognized, and opportunities to move up are built into the culture.

Work Environment

The work environment is centered around state-of-the-art CNC manufacturing operations, where adherence to safety standards is paramount. The role includes working with advanced technology and equipment, with a focus on maintaining high-precision and quality standards in a collaborative setting that values teamwork and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Manitowoc, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $90000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This company offers a strong, well-rounded benefits package that's designed to support employees both on and off the job. Their facility is temperature-controlled, which creates a comfortable working environment year-round, and they provide competitive wages along with full health, dental, and vision coverage. Employees receive paid vacation upon hire, nine paid holidays, and additional paid time off for bereavement. They also invest in long-term employee growth through tuition reimbursement and a robust on-site training program, especially for machine operators. The company offers a 401(k), company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and optional voluntary benefits such as accident, critical illness, and additional life coverage. Altogether, their benefits emphasize stability, professional development, and a supportive workplace culture.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manitowoc, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.