Maintenance Supervisor - 1475

We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to lead daily maintenance operations while remaining actively involved on the production floor. This is a working supervisor role for someone who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, supporting technicians, and leading by example in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Maintenance Supervisor will oversee a team of maintenance technicians, coordinate daily maintenance activities, improve equipment reliability, support capital projects, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead, coach, and develop a team of maintenance technicians.

· Prioritize and coordinate preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities.

· Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

· Remain actively involved in troubleshooting and repair activities while supporting the maintenance team.

· Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime and support production.

· Perform and oversee hands-on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-related maintenance.

· Troubleshoot equipment failures and lead repair efforts.

· Support equipment installation, commissioning, and facility improvements.

· Improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.

· Maintain maintenance documentation, work orders, and equipment history.

· Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance resources.

· Identify and implement practical improvements that increase equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency.

· Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen maintenance processes and overall plant performance.

· Promote proactive problem-solving and a culture of ownership throughout the department.

· Support the planning and execution of capital projects, equipment installations, and facility upgrades.

· Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal resources during project execution.

· Assist with equipment selection, installation, startup, and commissioning.

· Ensure compliance with company safety standards and applicable regulatory requirements.

· Promote safe work practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, and established maintenance procedures.

· Participate in safety audits and corrective action initiatives.

Qualifications

(Required)

· Delaware Journeyman Electrician License (or ability to obtain within an agreed timeframe).

· Five or more years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Five or more years of maintenance leadership or supervisory experience.

· Experience supervising maintenance teams.

· Strong electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC troubleshooting skills.

· Experience working with 480V three-phase electrical systems.

· Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.

· Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

· Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

(Preferred)

· Master Electrician License.

· Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

· Experience supporting capital projects from planning through commissioning.

· Experience with CMMS or maintenance planning systems.

· Demonstrated success improving maintenance operations and equipment reliability.