What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Supervisor position at Blue Signal?
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Maintenance Supervisor Lancaster, TX
About the Opportunity:
A growing manufacturer in the packaging and plastics space is seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Supervisor to lead its maintenance team. This is an opportunity to step into a hands-on leadership role where your mechanical, electrical, and PLC expertise will keep high-output production equipment running smoothly. As a key player in the facility s uptime and safety, you ll work closely with plant leadership and help shape a stronger, more responsive maintenance function.
What s In It for You:
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities tied to company performance.
Excellent health coverage with high employer contribution and no deductible.
Stability and growth with a well-established company expanding its team.
Impactful role reporting directly to senior leadership with autonomy and authority.
On-the-ground leadership position not just a desk job ideal for those who thrive on problem-solving and getting things done.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead a small team of maintenance technicians in diagnosing and resolving issues across mechanical, electrical, and PLC systems.
Ensure preventative and emergency maintenance is completed efficiently to minimize production downtime.
Serve as the go-to expert for troubleshooting production machinery and facility equipment.
Maintain a safe and organized working environment and promote a safety-first mindset among the team.
Collaborate with supervisors and plant leadership to schedule maintenance and prioritize repairs.
Manage maintenance resources, including tools (company-provided and technician-owned), spare parts, and third-party contractors for specialty repairs.
Remain on-call as part of a weekend coverage rotation.
Qualifications:
5 10 years of experience in industrial maintenance, including supervisory experience.
Proven ability to work hands-on across electrical systems, mechanical components, and programmable controllers.
Background in corrugated, plastics, or related manufacturing environments is a strong plus.
Experience overseeing a small team (2 direct reports) and balancing leadership with technical responsibilities.
Comfortable working some Saturdays or being on-call as needed based on plant activity.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to be a working supervisor leading by example on the floor.
Additional Perks:
Flexible vacation policy (negotiable based on experience).
Standard holidays off.
Company-paid tools provided as needed.
About Blue Signal:
Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS
