Equipment Maintenance Supervisor

Equipment Maintenance Supervisor Position Summary

• Play a key role in starting up a new manufacturing plant?
• Lead a team responsible for keeping critical production equipment running at peak performance?
• Help build reliable maintenance systems that support fabrication, finishing, and assembly operations?
• Be part of a team where technical expertise, leadership, and problem‑solving make a real impact every day?
• Drive improvements that increase equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and support production growth?

We are seeking an Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to lead the daily maintenance and reliability activities in our metal fabrication manufacturing operation. This role oversees the maintenance team responsible for maintaining production equipment including laser cutting machines, fabrication equipment, powder coating systems, and assembly machinery.

This position ensures equipment reliability, safety, and preventive maintenance practices that keep production running efficiently and support overall plant performance.

Join us in bringing Grand Haven’s newest manufacturing facility to life! Kaidi LLC is a Smart Office division of Kaidi Electrical, and we produce inline actuators and under‑structure assemblies for height‑adjustable desk applications. We are building up our manufacturing capacity in Grand Haven, MI, and you will be on the ground floor, helping shape the company’s direction from its earliest stages. You will be surrounded by a team passionate about creating something new and innovative.

The pace is fast, the work is meaningful, and every contribution counts. At Kaidi, you’re not just filling a role—you’re building a vision. If you’re excited about seeing tangible results from your work, and you thrive in a dynamic environment where growth is constant, joining Kaidi could be the journey of a lifetime!

• Supervise daily maintenance activities including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs
• Lead and develop a team of maintenance technicians responsible for fabrication, finishing, and assembly equipment
• Ensure reliable operation of production equipment including laser cutting systems, fabrication machinery, powder coating lines, and automated assembly equipment
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production teams to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues
• Maintain maintenance documentation, work orders, and service records within the CMMS or ERP system
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment safety standards
• Coordinate with external vendors for equipment service, parts procurement, and technical support
• Train maintenance team members on equipment maintenance procedures and safety practices
• Work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
• Experience supporting metal fabrication or industrial manufacturing equipment
• Strong troubleshooting ability across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and production lines
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and reliability practices
• Familiarity with CMMS or ERP maintenance systems
• Technical degree in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, or related field preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Bilingual Chinese (Mandarin)/English speaker is highly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced production environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in steel furniture manufacturing is a plus
• Highly…