Maintenance Supervisor

About the role

The Maintenance Supervisor is a key leadership role responsible for the coordination, oversight, and continuous improvement of all maintenance operations within a high-volume plastic injection molding manufacturing facility. This position makes sure machines run smoothly, production keeps moving, and safety and quality rules are followed by guiding a team of skilled technicians. The Maintenance Supervisor works closely with cross-functional departments to drive operational efficiency, preventive maintenance execution, and timely equipment repairs, fostering a culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate daily activities of maintenance personnel to ensure timely and effective support for production and auxiliary systems.
• Oversee and participate in the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of injection molding machines, robotics, tooling, and supporting systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, water cooling, and resin conveying systems).
• Ensure optimal machine performance to meet production targets related to cycle time, part quality, and uptime.
• Lead and enforce the implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Ensure all tooling and mold changes are performed safely and efficiently, with proper documentation and checks.
• Provide clear direction, training, coaching, and performance feedback to a team of maintenance technicians.
• Foster a proactive, collaborative work environment that emphasizes ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate team performance, identify skill gaps, and facilitate development plans or cross-training to support operational needs.
• Ensure appropriate staffing coverage, including overtime, weekend, and emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred. An equivalent combination of experience and technical certifications will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of good health and safety practices.
• Ability to work rotating shifts – days, afternoons.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Effective and targeted communicator with the ability to prioritize urgencies.
• Lift up to 30 lbs. on a frequent basis.
• Push or pull with up to 60 lbs. of force on an occasional basis.
• Stoop, kneel, climb, squat, or crawl on a frequent basis in areas with limited space.
• Use hands to grip, pinch, handle, reach, or feel on a frequent basis.
• Stand on a continuous basis and walk on a frequent basis.
• Possess manual dexterity and good physical condition.

Preferred Experience

• Facilities Maintenance Occupations: 4 years
• Maintenance: 4 years
• Plastics Injection Molding: 4 years
• Leadership or Supervisory Capacity: 5 years

Work environment

• Required use of PPE, including steel-toe safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and other site-specific equipment.
• Occasional exposure to hot or cold conditions depending on the season and production processes.
• Availability for emergency calls, overtime, and weekend coverage as required by production needs.

Schedule

• 1st Shift: 7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
• 8-hour shift
• Monday – Friday
• On Call
• Overtime

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off