Maintenance Supervisor

About the role

Maintenance SupervisorDunbridge, OH Principle Business Enterprises (PBE) is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to lead our maintenance team and ensure our facility, equipment, and systems are operating safely and efficiently. This role is a critical part of our manufacturing operation and offers the opportunity to make a real impact on our people, our processes, and our performance.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development
  • Supervise, support, and develop the maintenance team including leads and technicians across all shifts
  • Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular evaluations, and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
  • Identify training and development needs and partner with HR to build team capability
  • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and open communication within the department
  • Schedule and prioritize maintenance team workload to ensure timely completion of assignments
  • Mentor and coach team members, supporting technician development and skill progression
  • Own day-to-day performance management and coaching input in partnership with the Maintenance Team Lead
• Preventive Maintenance & Work Order Management
  • Own and continuously improve the preventive maintenance program including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance to minimize unplanned downtime
  • Manage the work order system including intake, prioritization, assignment, and closeout; drive 100% completion rate of priority one work orders
  • Identify equipment and systems with the most urgent PM needs and develop a systematic approach to address them
  • Track and report on maintenance KPIs including uptime, PM completion rates, response times, and MTBF performance
  • Investigate machine issues and downtime with technicians and the maintenance team leader to determine root cause and corrective actions, ensuring follow-through to completion
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities, Kaizen, and special projects; own sustainment of improvements within maintenance execution
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
  • Assist the Maintenance Manager and TPM Supervisor in implementing and managing a world class TPM program tailored to PBEO
  • Own execution of scheduled PM requirements for the maintenance team on all PM days and activities
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance for all technician records of maintenance during PM days
  • Partner with the Maintenance Lead on writing work instructions and standard maintenance procedures for PM tasks
  • Support and back up the TPM Supervisor with pre- and post-meetings for Maintenance Days
  • Ensure follow-up and closure on all PM work and update records for continuous improvement
• Facilities & Building Maintenance
  • Oversee the upkeep and repair of building systems, grounds, and infrastructure
  • Partner with production and engineering teams to coordinate maintenance activity with minimal operational disruption
  • Ensure seasonal and condition-based needs are addressed proactively, including lighting, drainage, and weather-related hazards
• Parts & Inventory Management
  • Manage the parts room including inventory levels, organization, and accurate tracking of usage by line or department
  • Work closely with the engineering and TPM teams on spare parts needed to support equipment and ensure availability of critical parts
  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors to negotiate fair pricing and explore consignment or off-site inventory arrangements to reduce overhead
  • Institute efficient parts management practices including exchange programs and usage-based reorder triggers
• Safety & Compliance
  • Serve as a safety resource for the maintenance department and collaborate cross-functionally to promote a safe working environment
  • Identify and proactively address conditions that could lead to injury or property damage
  • Coordinate and document safety training for new employees and internal transfers
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety regulations; drive toward zero recordable incidents
  • Partner with HR and leadership on incident investigation and corrective action follow-through

Requirements

• Associate's degree or technical certification in a related field preferred; five or more years of experience in manufacturing or maintenance considered in lieu of degree
• Three or more years of experience in a supervisory or lead role
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS or work order systems; proficiency in eMaint preferred
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred, or aptitude to be trained and become an effective practitioner
• Familiarity with TPM methodology and lean manufacturing techniques
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and hold a team accountable
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety best practices
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; proficiency in QAD, Concur, and Paycor a plus
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
• Clear communicator who can work effectively across production, engineering, and leadership teams

What We're Looking For

Must possess a valid driver's license; forklift license required (PBE will issue)

Benefits

• Excellent health benefits including free access to onsite and local health clinics, paid personal and vacation time, an annual profit-sharing bonus, a 401k plan with company match, company-paid disability and life insurance, and more
• A supportive environment where safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement come first

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the team

Join a Team That Changes Lives

Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. (PBE) is a family-run, value-driven organization with a deep commitment to improving lives. With over 60 years of service to the healthcare field and more than 30 years as a pioneer in incontinence and moisture management solutions, we're proud of the impact our products and people make every day.