Maintenance Supervisor - Paper

Lead a Team. Build a Culture. Shape the Future of a Growing Operation.Are you a hands-on maintenance leader who thrives in fast-paced environments where processes are still being built and teams are growing? Dart Container is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations, develop talent, and help establish the standards, systems, and culture that will drive long-term success.This is a unique opportunity to join a growing operation where you'll have a direct impact on equipment reliability, employee development, and operational performance. If you enjoy coaching teams, solving complex maintenance challenges, and creating structure in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.Who We Are We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere! What We OfferExcellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!  Professional development opportunities with training and tuition reimbursementA supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety Generous PTO policy with vacation, sick leave, and paid holidaysThe opportunity to play a key role in a growing operation and help build a high-performing maintenance teamWhat You'll DoLead, coach, and develop a maintenance team that will grow to approximately 30 employeesFoster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvementBalance leadership responsibilities with hands-on technical support in a role that is approximately 50% leadership and 50% shop-floor engagementCoordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and reliabilitySupport troubleshooting efforts involving PLCs, electrical systems, mechanical equipment, hydraulics, and other industrial systemsPrioritize maintenance work while balancing production demands, contractor activities, training initiatives, and operational goalsAnalyze maintenance KPIs, work orders, and downtime trends to drive improvement effortsPartner with production, engineering, contractors, and support teams to achieve business objectivesHelp develop and refine maintenance processes, standards, and best practices in a growing environmentNavigate employee relations issues, provide coaching, and lead difficult conversations with professionalism and respect What You'll NeedHigh School Diploma or GED requiredThree (3) years of experience in maintenance and reliability Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience with demonstrated success leading maintenance teams. Previous experience as a Maintenance Supervisor strongly preferredExperience managing teams of 15-20+ employees preferredStrong industrial maintenance background, including electrical and mechanical troubleshootingPLC experience required, with the ability to diagnose issues and support troubleshooting efforts; PLC programming or code-editing experience is highly desirableExperience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawingsKnowledge of industrial safety practices, including arc flash awareness and electrical safety principlesExperience with hydraulics, welding, and automated manufacturing equipment preferredExperience with maintenance management or plant production software systemsAbility to train, coach, and develop employees while holding team members accountableWhat Will Make You Stand OutExperience supporting a startup, greenfield, facility launch, major expansion, or production ramp-upProven ability to create structure and lead effectively in environments where processes are still evolvingStrong decision-making skills and the ability to remain calm under pressureExcellent conflict management, communication, and coaching abilitiesPatience, active listening skills, and a balanced leadership style that combines accountability with employee developmentAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field (preferred but not required)Why This Role?One of the most rewarding aspects of this position is the opportunity to help build a team and develop employees as the operation continues to grow. You'll have the chance to create standards, establish expectations, mentor technicians, and make a lasting impact on both people and processes.If you're a maintenance leader who enjoys building teams, improving reliability, and driving results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply!Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance.