Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees plant maintenance operations in a union manufacturing facility, combining hands-on technical work with supervisory and training responsibilities. This role ensures equipment and facilities operate at peak efficiency, supports continuous improvement, and plays a key part in the planned succession to a future Maintenance Manager position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and direct plant maintenance activities to keep equipment and facilities in optimal operating condition.
• Provide timely updates to the Maintenance Manager on any issues that could impede plant operations, offering technical expertise on equipment and facilities.
• Initiate, implement, and maintain a cost-effective preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives and cost reduction ideas within maintenance operations.
• Contact, coordinate, and work with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired maintenance and repair outcomes.
• Maintain adequate inventories of spare parts and ensure critical components are available when needed.
• Purchase materials, parts, and supplies required to support maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and drive effective problem resolution.
• Provide hands-on support on the plant floor while supervising, guiding, and training maintenance personnel.
• Support safe work practices and reinforce safety standards throughout all maintenance tasks.

Essential Skills:

• Proven supervisory experience in a maintenance or industrial environment.
• Strong maintenance experience with hands-on experience in plant or industrial equipment.
• Technical proficiency in mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems.
• Experience with hydraulic systems.
• Experience with pneumatic systems.
• Ability to effectively supervise, train, and develop maintenance team members.
• Capability to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment and facility issues.
• Comfort working in a salaried role of approximately 50 hours per week.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience using SAP or similar maintenance management or ERP systems.
• Bilingual language skills in Spanish or Vietnamese.
• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing or industrial facility.
• Strong vendor and subcontractor coordination skills.
• Ability to manage spare parts inventory and procurement efficiently.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a stable, global manufacturing environment that is committed to safety, sustainability, and employee well-being. Team members work in safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued. Employees have opportunities to learn and apply Safety Leadership Principles and to participate in Employee Networking Circles that foster community, support, and professional growth. You are encouraged to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and strong safety mindset to contribute to an increasingly diverse and forward-looking culture.

Work Environment:

The role is based in a clean, well-lit manufacturing facility that produces large packaging materials and containers using jumbo-sized machinery. The environment is industrial and fast-paced, with a focus on safety and reliable equipment performance. The position follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with potential Saturday overtime one to two times per month, and is structured as a salaried role of around 50 hours per week. Work is primarily on the plant floor around large-scale production and converting equipment, requiring appropriate safety gear and adherence to all safety protocols.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Permanent position based out of Des Plaines, IL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $110000.00/yr. International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Des Plaines, IL.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.