Maintenance Supervisor - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The maintenance supervisor leads, coordinates, and actively participates in all maintenance functions across a multi-site manufacturing operation. This role combines daily on-the-floor technical troubleshooting with supervisory duties, focusing on preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, parts inventory management, and team safety. The ideal candidate balances strong leadership with a practical, “get it done” approach to keeping production lines running smoothly.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITITES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

• Directly supervises and works alongside maintenance technicians and leads, providing daily direction, performance management, and hands-on assistance during complex repairs.
• Diagnoses and repairs complex electrical and mechanical equipment issues on the production floor, acting as the primary technical point of contact.
• Provides direct technical support for automated systems, including PLCs, drives/motors, and electrical/mechanical machine controls.
• Manages the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program , executing and improving routine PM tasks to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Oversees daily job assignments and scheduling for the maintenance crew, using performance metrics to track completion and efficiency.
• Coordinates equipment repairs and upgrades closely with the Bulk Wire production management team to minimize impact on operations.
• Supervises external contractors (electrical, mechanical, and machine shop services) ensuring their work meets quality and safety standards.
• Enforces strict compliance with OSHA, safety regulations, and environmental policies, ensuring the team mitigates environmental impacts.
• Assists with budget tracking and provides practical data to support capital improvement projects and equipment upgrades.
• Meets attendance requirements as stated in the associate handbook and performs other hands-on duties as assigned.