Maintenance Technician Supervisor

Maintenance Technician Supervisor (3rd Shift)

This working Maintenance Technician Supervisor role leads the local maintenance team on 3rd shift in a heavy industrial steel manufacturing environment. You will coordinate and participate in daily maintenance activities on the shop floor, oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensure safe, reliable operation of a mix of new and legacy production equipment. The position combines hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, including scheduling, coaching, and performance management for the maintenance team.

• Coordinate the daily activities of the maintenance teams to ensure all production equipment remains operational and downtime is minimized.
• Work as a hands-on supervisor on the shop floor, performing maintenance tasks alongside the team when needed.
• Manage employees' attendance and hours worked, including overseeing a 50-hour work week structure starting in the second week.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide regular feedback to support growth and accountability.
• Utilize and enforce progressive discipline policies as needed to maintain team standards and performance.
• Delegate maintenance assignments to appropriate teams and personnel based on skill, urgency, and production priorities.
• Train, mentor, and coach new and current employees on maintenance procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Inspect materials, tools, and equipment to detect malfunctions and identify necessary repairs or replacements.
• Lead all employees in company safety initiatives, actively foster a safe work environment, and consistently enforce and support safety policies and rules.
• Ensure proper understanding and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), including how to select appropriate PPE and why it is required.
• Oversee and manage preventive maintenance programs in a production/manufacturing environment to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on industrial equipment and conveyor systems.
• Interpret and work from electrical drawings, blueprints, and schematics to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues, recommending corrective actions, and implementing long-term solutions.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to prioritize maintenance work orders and balance reactive repairs with preventive maintenance tasks.

• Three or more years of previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous hands-on experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Ability to maintain maintenance operations through supervising, planning, scheduling, and monitoring labor productivity.
• Experience working in heavy industrial, steel, or similar dirty-type environments.
• Experience with hydraulic systems and PLCs.
• Electrical experience, including 3-phase and 480V systems.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills with PLC knowledge (ladder logic not required).
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment, including conveyors, motors, and related systems.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Comfort using computers and software such as Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to guide and develop a maintenance team.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and other departments.
• Ability to problem-solve and resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced production setting.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.
• At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial setting.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness and ability to work 3rd shift; ability to work any shift is preferred.

• Experience with PLC troubleshooting beyond basic knowledge is a plus.
• Service, installation, and repair of industrial equipment and conveyors.
• Experience with welding in an industrial maintenance context.
• Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and repairing motors and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with working from schematics and blueprints in a maintenance environment.
• Experience in environments with a mix of new and older industrial equipment.
• Flexibility to support overtime as part of a 50-hour work week.

You join a stable, full-service steel manufacturing operation that offers steady hours, overtime opportunities, and clear room for advancement into supervisory leadership. The organization values hands-on expertise and provides a chance to lead a key maintenance function that directly impacts production success. Employees benefit from company-provided medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a supportive culture that recognizes hard work and team contributions.

The environment encourages practical problem-solving, collaboration, and long-term career…