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

About the role

Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering, developing the Army’s Future Long‑Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), the Bell 525 Relentless, and the High‑Speed Vertical Take‑Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program. This position is onsite at Bell’s Drive Systems Center in Grand Prairie, Texas, on the second shift (5:30 pm – 12 am) with mandatory overtime on a rotating weekend schedule (typically every 5‑6 weeks). The role supervises employees at the Grand Prairie Facility – DSC and leads a union‑covered maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Maintenance Planner and Scheduler to supervise and execute all maintenance activities, ensuring equipment is in good working order and scheduled maintenance is completed on time.
• Coordinate with production, quality, equipment, process, and industrial engineering departments to prevent maintenance activities from interfering with production schedules.
• Monitor and track maintenance activities, including work orders, parts orders, and equipment performance data, to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Identify and prioritize maintenance needs; develop and implement a budget for maintenance activities in partnership with management.
• Lead, mentor, and train a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring effective and efficient performance of duties.
• Develop and maintain a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Inspect and audit work in progress and upon completion, focusing on safety and quality.
• Participate in continuous‑improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and increase overall efficiency.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Eligibility to access ITAR/EAR‑controlled information (U.S. person status required).

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

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.

Schedule

Second shift (5:30 pm – 12 am) with mandatory overtime on a rotating weekend schedule (typically every 5‑6 weeks). Full‑time position.