Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you'll get to:

• Reviews job orders to determine work priorities.
• Schedules repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to ensure continuous production operations.
• Coordinates activities of workers fabricating or modifying machines, tools, or equipment to manufacture new products or improve existing products.
• Assists in the development of a preventive maintenance program in conjunction with engineering and maintenance staff.
• Reviews production, quality control, and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities.
• Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies required for maintenance operations.
• Directs training of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with company policies and procedures.

LEADERSHIP/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct leadership and supervises hourly skilled trades colleagues.
• Ability to identify, select, train and coach.
• Provides model behavior to demonstrate corporate values.

This Full-Time, salary role is a part of our Autokiniton - Belleville 2 team and reports to the Technical Services Manager.

Required Experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in Applied Science in Manufacturing, Engineering or Industrial Technology preferred. Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) years as a maintenance supervisor preferred, and one (1) year of management experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of manufacturing, stamping, and/or assembly processes as required for the position.
• Strong knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO 14001 regulations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to mentor and teach the team in effective problem solving methods.
• Experience as a training facilitator preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Duties include but are not limited to stand, walk, twist, bend, lift, see, talk and hear, with an ability to travel. When visiting plant site locations, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration or hazardous materials.

Where you'll be:

This position is located at our Belleville - Plant 2 facility in Belleville, MI., offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

• Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions.

• Close to major highways

• Near coffee shops and restaurants.


Why you'll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates - from entry-level to senior-level - with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.