Maintenance Supervisor

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The Maintenance Supervisor is accountable for the supervision and coordination of the Maintenance Department. The incumbent works closely with the Managers/Supervisors of the site, managing various resources during emergency situations such as electrical faults, machine breakdowns, safety events, and the preventive maintenance program. The position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and has up to 25 direct reports.

• Maintain accurate files in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Administration and Environmental Protection Agency standards.
• Administer the preventive maintenance program for all production equipment.
• Organize and control the use of maintenance resources to improve maintenance costs and equipment reliability.
• Instill an orientation for safety, environmental compliance, and quality service in all aligned personnel.
• Manage and control the use of outside contractors/services to economically supplement in-house resources.
• Select and implement maintenance systems, programs, and controls to economically manage maintenance resources and monitor maintenance effectiveness.
• Work in conjunction with Engineers, Managers, Supervisors, and contractors on equipment upgrade/replacement projects.
• Select and schedule training to continuously upgrade the skill and proficiency of all assigned personnel and economically expand the scope of maintenance capabilities.
• Maintain harmonious and supportive relationships with all staff members.
• Must be able to work in the plant a minimum of 5 days per week and be on call as needed off shift and weekends.
• Flex working hours to align with 24/7 operation.
• Implement work schedules to maximize utilization of manpower, machines, and materials. Assign work to maintenance employees.
• Assist employee teams in problem solving, project justification, and project implementation.
• Define results and standards of performance expected of assigned personnel. Monitor performance and take corrective action as necessary.
• Continuously observe for proper operation of assigned equipment. Recommend new or improved machines, equipment, and facilities as required.
• Maintain accurate machine information and history files.
• Improve equipment reliability through operational and maintenance changes or design improvements.
• Maintain a spare parts inventory.
• Basic understanding of hazardous waste management.
• Promote continuous improvement through encouragement of employees.
• Implement improvements and communicate status to Operational Leadership, maintenance team, and other parties as needed.
• Administer company policies in a firm, fair, and consistent manner. Work closely with Human Resources to administer personnel policy and procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe working conditions in assigned area. Report and investigate all incidents in a timely manner.
• Train new employees into department/company activities and safety procedures.
• Be aware of and assist in the attainment of division and company goals and objectives.
• Learn and apply all provided safety training as outlined by the company and/or manager.
• All other duties as assigned by Manager.

• Responsible for determining resource requirements, training needs, and internal control procedures that address relevant objectives.
• Make recommendations on controls, monitor their application with processes, and meet with senior management to report on the operation of internal control.
• Maintain the appropriate…