Maintenance Supervisor -NJ Candidates ONLY -(Salary $110-115k)

We are a rapidly growing organization in the Little Falls, NJ area. We are seeking to hire a Maintenance Supervisor/Manager-Bilingual Spanish to join our team of proactive professionals. The ideal candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following responsibilities:

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and direct, organizes, and execute maintenance operations, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of mechanical and electrical systems in a manufacturing environment. This role involves supervising maintenance personnel, managing preventive maintenance strategies and programs, troubleshooting equipment failures, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. accountable for the reliable protection of the Process Equipment, Building, as well as the facility’s support machinery and ancillaries.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervision & Leadership:
• Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure work is completed efficiently.
• Provide training and development opportunities for the maintenance team.
• Manage all outside contractors and other services (To be defined) within the scope of the role as assigned by senior management team.
• Work with other shifts during the installation of all new machinery and equipment within the timetables established.
• Perform other duties within the scope of the role as assigned by Maintenance Manager
• Maintenance & Repairs:
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Ensure the timely completion of work orders and maintenance schedules.
• Provide reports to support the approval of all work that is carried out by third parties while ensuring workmanship is in line with Company, state, and local regulations standards.

Support all phases of outside services (Vendor, Cost, Schedule, Permits and other needed items)

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance:

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability.
• Maintain maintenance logs and records of repairs, inspections, and service history.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools to identify potential failures before they occur.
• Compliance & Safety:
• Work with safety manager to obtain the required state or local permits/certification, according to maintenance department use. Maintain current validity of all permits/certification.
• Ensure maintenance operations comply with OSHA, NFPA, and other safety regulations.
• Enforce company safety policies and conduct routine safety audits.
• Participate in accident investigations and implement corrective actions as needed.

Inventory & Budget Management:

• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate orders to minimize downtime.
• Assist in budgeting and cost control for maintenance activities.
• Work with vendors and contractors to source materials and services.
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
• Support capital projects and equipment installations.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Industrial or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering -highly preferred
• 5 years of maintenance supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial operations setting.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLCs, electrical systems, motors, conveyors, and industrial machinery preferred.
• Knowledge of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) is a plus.
• Familiarity with OSHA and other safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and emergency call-ins.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and machinery.