Production Mechanic Supervisor

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Operations West Warwick, RI, US

5 days ago Requisition

The Production Mechanic Supervisor leads the production maintenance team in support of the manufacturing operation. This position directs the setup, changeover, maintenance, and repair of manufacturing and packaging equipment; manages the preventive maintenance program and work order system; and ensures that work is performed safely, to OEM and quality specifications, and in compliance with Company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), OSHA regulations, and the collective bargaining agreement.

• Supervise and direct Production Mechanics; assign and prioritize work, review performance, and provide training and development.
• Coordinate performance management for direct reports, including documenting performance and conduct matters consistently and in partnership with Human Resources.
• Mentor team members through hands‑on skill coaching and maintain the department cross‑training matrix.
• Administer the collective bargaining agreement consistently and in accordance with its terms and Company policy; partner with Human Resources on labor relations matters.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Operations and Quality to support production schedules and minimize downtime.

• Schedule and manage the preventive maintenance program, work orders, and changeovers of production equipment.
• Ensure timely and accurate manufacturing line setups and changeovers in accordance with manufacturing and quality specifications.
• Direct the installation, setup, replacement, major repair, and removal of manufacturing equipment to line and packaging specifications.
• Oversee troubleshooting of equipment breakdowns and ensure repairs are completed to OEM standards and specifications.
• Take a proactive approach to repetitive failures; initiate design changes or modifications and complete failure cycle analysis.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics, and piping and control diagrams.
• Forecast machine rebuilds and new equipment needs; recommend layout improvements to maximize space, efficiency, and productivity.

• Track and analyze data for the work order system, downtime, labor hour utilization, spare parts inventory, and component usage; report findings to management.
• Order replacement parts, stock cyclical items, and manage spare and change‑part inventories, including removal of outdated excess inventory.
• Assist in the development of training programs, utility layouts, change‑part inventories, and the fixed asset list.
• Coordinate with outside vendors, OEMs, and service providers for parts, supplies, and services.
• Manage and coordinate special projects as assigned.

• Ensure department compliance with all OSHA regulations, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, electrical safety, hoists, fall protection, and PPE.
• Enforce the Company safety program, identify and reduce workplace hazards, and report safety incidents in accordance with Company procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures, including GMP.
• Maintain orderly and clean work areas, mechanic shop, and equipment operating manuals.

Internal:
Department personnel, Operations, Quality, and Human Resources.

External:
Vendors, OEMs, and providers of supplies and services.

• 2-5 years of supervisory experience/Leadership in a manufacturing environment with mixing, extrusion,…