Maintenance Supervisors - 3rd Shift

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Location: Chilton, WI

Job Description:

• Support Total Productive Maintenance and Operational Excellence by playing a hands-on role (approx. 80% spent on the production floor) in leading daily maintenance activities, and troubleshooting equipment issues to ensure seamless operation of automated systems

• Work to maximize uptime, enhance productivity, and reduce waste through Lean maintenance practices

• Coordinate and lead daily maintenance activities to ensure equipment readiness and minimize downtime

• Prioritize and assign tasks to maintenance techs

• Support TPM by promoting and facilitating TPM practices including preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance

• Conduct hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems; use root cause analysis (i.e., 5 Whys) to identify issues and implement effective solutions

• Address issues to maintain JIT production flow

• Develop, document, and implement standardized work procedures for tasks

• Lead continuous improvement efforts, including Kaizen initiatives, to enhance maintenance practices, reduce waste, etc.

• Work cross-functionally to support other teams' needs and align maintenance schedules

• Participate in Genchi Genbutso (go and see) activities to understand and address equipment-related challenges on the production floor

• Ensure all maintenance work complies with OSHA and company safety standards

• Utilize CMMS to log maintenance activities, monitor equipment history, and track maintenance/continuous improvement

• Night Shift: 5:00 pm – 5:00 am (2-2-3 rotation)

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance or relevant field

• 6+ years of experience in a maintenance role in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing preferred

• 1+ years of experience in a leadership or senior technician capacity

• Knowledge of TPM, TPS, or lean manufacturing practices preferred

• Strong knowledge of preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance techniques

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, mechanical, and automated systems (PLCs, robotics, etc.)

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals

• Strong leadership and communications skills with the ability to motivate and guide team members

• PLC skills required (Allen-Bradley PLC experience a plus)

+ Bonus