What are the responsibilities and job description for the Off Shift Maintenance Supervisor position at Forward March Inc.?
The Off Shift Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and managing the maintenance activities during off shifts (evenings, nights, weekends). This role ensures the smooth operation of all equipment, machinery, and systems, minimizes downtime, and manages troubleshooting and repairs effectively. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to make critical decisions to support continuous production operations.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage veterans to apply. Your unique skills, experiences, and dedication are highly valued and align with our mission to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace
Responsibilities
- Supervise and direct off-shift maintenance personnel, ensuring efficient and effective operations.
- Coordinate and manage maintenance activities, including troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance, to minimize production downtime.
- Monitor and track work orders, ensuring completion in a timely manner and according to specifications.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA regulations, and company policies during maintenance operations.
- Act as the point of contact for emergency breakdowns and coordinate rapid response to minimize downtime.
- Provide leadership and technical support to maintenance team members, including guidance on complex troubleshooting tasks.
- Review and prioritize maintenance requests, ensuring proper allocation of resources and addressing urgent issues promptly.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, parts inventory, and completed work orders.
- Collaborate with day shift supervisors and management to ensure smooth transitions and effective communication between shifts.
- Train and develop maintenance staff on equipment, systems, and safety protocols.
- Ensure the availability and proper handling of spare parts, tools, and equipment for off-shift operations.
- Participate in the analysis of recurring issues and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
- Provide feedback and reports on maintenance activities and performance metrics.
Desired Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
- 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Familiarity with PLCs, motor controls, and equipment schematics.
- Experience in troubleshooting and repairing complex systems.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and communicate effectively with a team.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
- Knowledge of safety standards and regulations (OSHA, NEC, etc.).
- Proficiency with CMMS and other maintenance software systems.
Working Conditions:
- Must be available to work during off shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be able to respond to emergency breakdowns and unplanned outages at all hours.
- Occasional lifting and physical activity required.
Named to Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work for in America list four times, and with a people first philosophy rooted in The Golden Rule (treating others the way we would want to be treated), our company provides a safe and rewarding work environment. We have a team-oriented culture and believe employees are essential to the company's success.
In addition to a competitive benefits package, we offer the ability for individuals to grow within our organization through training, development and advancement opportunities.
Company Perks:
- Comprehensive benefits with low premiums starting day one
- 401k with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Onsite barbershop / hair salon and fitness center
- Great team and team dynamics
Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in, but your previous experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply! At our company we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.
Our company is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help enable people to live safer, healthier, and more expressive lives. We operate with three segments: Building Products, Consumer Products and Sustainable Energy Solutions. Our emphasis on innovation and transformation extends to building products including water systems, heating and cooling solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories, and consumer products in tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories sold under brand names Coleman®, Bernzomatic®, Balloon Time®, Level5 Tools®, Mag Torch®, Well-X-Trol®, General®, Garden-Weasel®, Pactool International® and Hawkeye™. We also serve the growing global hydrogen ecosystem through on-board fueling systems and gas containment solutions.
We are value-added partner to customers, featuring a wide variety of highly engineered products across Tools, Outdoor Living, and Celebrations. At our Chilton, WI facility we produce handheld torches and propane tanks which are essential for camping adventure and DYI’s.
Our company, and its subsidiaries, is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability or veteran’s status.
Please contact Matt at mgeorge@fmi.vet for more information.
