Maintenance Supervisor

We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join the company, a premier supplier, in Louisville, KY US While working in this clean, and climate-controlled facility you will have the opportunity to be directly involved in the evolution of the industry. Come work for a company that has been consistently recognized among the Best & Brightest Companies to Work For. Immediate interviews are available, apply today!

Shift - Second Shift; (2:00 PM to 10:00 PM)

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Lead, develop, direct, and monitor activities of maintenance personnel tasked with setting-up, maintaining and troubleshooting assembly equipment and processes to achieve maximum efficiencies with minimal downtime. 

• Identify root causes of equipment failure, develop action plan to address causes, assign personnel to respond, and follow up to ensure project completion. 

• Be proficient with the use of PLC (programmable logic controllers). This includes troubleshooting, programming and documentation of PLC control programs. Proficiency is required with Modican, Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC’s. 

• Must be able to interpret electrical schematics and troubleshoot wiring circuits. 

• Must have a working knowledge and experience with 24-, 115-, 277- and 480-volt 3 phase electrical systems. This would include electrical distribution systems consisting of buss and switchgear equipment. 

• Must be willing to work overtime as required on short notice during the week and weekends as scheduled. 

• Must be able to travel for training. This would include overnight stays, possibly up to a week at a time. 

• Develop, organize, schedule, and supervise preventive maintenance programs for all production equipment and facilities maintenance systems. 

• Identify current/future maintenance requirements through supportive interaction with management, engineering, maintenance and production personnel. 

• Ensure facilities equipment is adequate and appropriately maintained to support production operations and processes. 

• Working knowledge and application of OSHA and safe operating practices, including but not limited to machine guarding, lockout/tag-out, personal protective equipment, and safe maintenance practices. 

• Develop and support maintenance staff by leading, coaching, demonstrating, and providing training and discipline to enforce policies and procedures. 

• Interact with supervisors and production personnel to ensure maintenance needs are met in a timely manner to support manufacturing, production, and quality. 

• Develop and oversee capital projects to upgrade equipment and machines to meet current and future needs. 

• Performs other duties and assignments as required.     

SKILLS REQUIRED: 

• A bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is preferred. 

• 5 to 8 years of maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment. 

• 5 years of experience with preventive maintenance controls. 

• In-depth understanding of production processes and customer service. 

• Experience implementing lean management concepts. 

• Computer skills in a Windows environment utilizing programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel as well as material planning applications. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to foster cooperation, teamwork, and to effectively communicate with others. 

• Excellent organizational and planning skills. 

• Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills. 

• Strong professional presence and the ability to interact effectively with customers and suppliers. 

• High sense of urgency and the ability to excel in a high-pressure environment.   

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

• 5 to 8 years of maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment. 

• 5 years of experience with preventive maintenance controls. 

• In-depth understanding of production processes and customer service. 

• Experience implementing lean management concepts.    

EDUCATION REQUIRED: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all.