Join our operations team where you will be influential in shaping our business strategy and ensuring we have the most effective operations. Be your own boss by creating your own career path and pushing your professional limits.

General Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the direct supervision and coordination of the maintenance department functions and programs. Directs and coordinates support services. Training and development of its employees.

Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals; some creativity and latitude is expected; works under the supervision of a manager.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in interviews and hiring processes
• Orientates and trains maintenance personnel
• Coaches, counsels employees, and initiates discipline as required
• Evaluates performance of subordinates
• Develops and implements preventative and other maintenance programs to ensure proper equipment operation.
• Identifies, researches and resolves problems
• Coordinates maintenance activities with operating department's requirements
• Leads employees in continuous improvement and safety initiatives
• Performs regular/preventative maintenance on all machinery, tools and buildings
• Develops, implements and supervises the plant's Preventive Maintenance program
• Repairs machinery, equipment, buildings and other Company assets in accordance with diagrams, operating manuals, manufacturing specifications, or by management request
• Orders supplies and parts as required, at competitive pricing and rates.
• Maintains records of repair/maintenance activities, per Company policy
• Prepares other reports as required
• Performs duties consistent with established safety rules and procedures
• Performs other duties as required

Job Specifications

Knowledge

• Post high school education is required
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in machine repair and maintenance area; 1 to 3 years of experience managing people
• Proficiency in PLC, electrical, and mechanical troubleshooting, as well as hydraulics.
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and control technology, and welding
• Working knowledge of safe equipment practices and applicable laws, rules and regulations
• Working knowledge of the use of precision tools, measuring instruments, and other hand tools
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and other business software
• Preferred understanding on company policies, practices and procedures
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Skills and abilities

• Demonstrates ability to handle responsibility and be accountable for actions/decisions
• Demonstrates ability to read blueprints, technical diagrams and operating manuals
• Ability to recognize safe vs. unsafe working conditions
• Ability to clearly communicate directions and expectations
• Ability to plan, and organize the work of others, determine priorities, meet deadlines and work under pressure and stress
• Ability to identify problems and find viable solutions
• Ability to understand and use basic math and numbers, and to use a computer, calculator, and telephone
• Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English; ability read and write basic English
• Ability to communicate with management regarding people, products and equipment
• Ability to perform mathematical computations, write legibly, maintain records, give and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to manage personnel and address staffing needs, and to organize the work of others
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work hours mandated by management

Conduct

• Safety conscious and strong supervisory and interpersonal skills
• Team player and goal oriented
• Leads by example and has a positive attitude
• Participates in Safety and CI programs
• Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results
• Punctual and reliable

Working Conditions

Working environment is favorable. Requires standing and walking for 75% of the time, talking, hearing and seeing are essential duties; sitting at a desk for long periods of time are also required.