Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

Position type: Full-Time, Salaried

Salary range: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00

Location: Niagara Falls, NY

Ask Yourself This

Do you thrive in an employee-focused environment with a small-company feel? Do you have mechanical and electrical experience? Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding challenge with an opportunity to make an impact? If this sounds like you, then join us as our next Maintenance Supervisor in Niagara Falls, NY!

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world's most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

What You'll Do

The Maintenance Supervisor reports to the Maintenance Manager and will oversee a team of hourly personnel. This position ensures that all millwrights and electricians are safely meeting all established tasks necessary to meet established goals and production standards. This person directs changes and may alter priorities based on current situations.

• Direct the department millwrights and electricians to respond to breakdown work within the facility in a timely manner.
• Uses best judgment and knowledge to suggest repairs or rebuilds of equipment.
• Support all plant safety guidance and objectives, including a clean and orderly shop.
• Inspect all work performed to ensure it is completed effectively and efficiently.
• In collaboration with the Maintenance Manager and Production Superintendent, develop a preventative maintenance schedule which is strictly adhered to.
• Inspect equipment and write work orders for repairs or improvements.
• Work with plant engineers as needed to create and suggest process/equipment improvements.
• Train skilled trades on proper inspection of equipment.
• Ensure tradesmen provide proper documentation regarding inspections and repairs.
• Schedule and track monthly safety training and toolbox talks.
• Perform safety inspections as needed.

What You'll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

• Have 3+ years of supervisory experience of skilled tradesman in an industrial environment.
• Be well-organized, detail oriented, and have proficient skills in excel and word
• Be mechanically and electrically proficient; able to diagnose and evaluate equipment and processes
• Be proficient in interpretation of blueprints and electrical schematics
• Have the ability to parallel tasks and stay focused on several items at once

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
• Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
• Opportunities for career development

Interested? We want to hear from you! Visit washingtonmills.com/careers and tell us why you're the candidate we're looking for.