Maintenance Engineer Supervisor; Bilingual Spanish- -NJ

Position: Maintenance Engineer Supervisor(Bilingual Spanish-preferred) -NJ Candidates ONLY -(Salary $115-[...]
Location: Little Falls
Maintenance Engineer Supervisor (Bilingual Spanish-preferred) - NJ Candidates ONLY - (Salary $115-120k + Bonus)

We are a rapidly growing organization in the Little Falls, NJ area. We are seeking to hire a Maintenance Engineer Supervisor/Manager - Bilingual Spanish - preferred to join our team of proactive professionals. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the following responsibilities:

The Maintenance Engineer Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and directing maintenance operations, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of mechanical and electrical systems in a manufacturing environment. This role involves supervising maintenance personnel, managing preventive maintenance strategies and programs, troubleshooting equipment failures, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure work is completed efficiently.
• Provide training and development opportunities for the maintenance team.
• Manage all outside contractors and other services within the scope of the role as assigned by the senior management team.
• Work with other shifts during the installation of all new machinery and equipment within established timetables.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
• Maintenance & Repairs:
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Ensure timely completion of work orders and maintenance schedules.
• Provide reports to support the approval of all work carried out by third parties while ensuring workmanship is in line with company, state, and local regulations standards.
• Support all phases of outside services (Vendor, Cost, Schedule, Permits, and other needed items).

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance:

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability.
• Maintain maintenance logs and records of repairs, inspections, and service history.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools to identify potential failures before they occur.

Compliance & Safety:

• Work with the safety manager to obtain the required state or local permits/certification according to maintenance department use. Maintain current validity of all permits/certification.
• Ensure maintenance operations comply with OSHA, NFPA, and other safety regulations.
• Enforce company safety policies and conduct routine safety audits.
• Participate in accident investigations and implement corrective actions as needed.

Inventory & Budget Management:

• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate orders to minimize downtime.
• Assist in budgeting and cost control for maintenance activities.
• Work with vendors and contractors to source materials and services.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
• Support capital projects and equipment installations.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering - highly preferred.
• 10+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience/machine maintenance.
• 5+ years of maintenance supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial operations setting.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLCs, electrical systems, motors, conveyors, and industrial machinery preferred.
• Knowledge of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) is a plus.
• Familiarity with OSHA and other safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and emergency call-ins.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and machinery.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Manufacturing, and Management

Industries

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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