Facilities Equipment & Maintenance Front Line Leader - 2nd Shift (DSC)

Bell’s Drive Systems Center in Grand Prairie, Texas is seeking a Front‑Line Supervisor to lead a union‑covered team of maintenance technicians. This role supports the development of advanced Army aviation platforms such as the Future Long‑Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), the Bell 525 Relentless, and the High‑Speed Vertical Take‑Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and execute all maintenance activities in partnership with the Maintenance Planner and Scheduler, ensuring equipment reliability and timely completion of preventative and predictive tasks.
• Coordinate with production, quality, equipment, process, and industrial engineering departments to prevent maintenance work from disrupting production schedules.
• Monitor and track work orders, parts orders, and equipment performance data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Identify and prioritize maintenance needs; collaborate with management to develop and manage the maintenance budget.
• Lead, mentor, and train a team of maintenance technicians, fostering effective and efficient performance.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Inspect and audit work in progress and upon completion, focusing on safety and quality standards.
• Participate in initiatives that improve equipment reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and increase overall efficiency.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• Proven experience as a maintenance supervisor or front‑line leader in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of industrial maintenance practices, including electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic systems.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Skills

• Leadership and team development
• Problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis
• Budget planning and cost control
• Safety compliance (OSHA)
• Coordination across cross‑functional departments
• Data tracking and trend analysis

Benefits

• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 120 hours of vacation time
• 12–13 paid holidays per year
• 6 weeks of parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• On‑site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
• Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
• Additional employee perks and programs

Schedule

Second Shift (5:30 pm – 12:00 am). Mandatory overtime weekend rotation typically every 5–6 weeks. Full‑time position.