Area Maintenance Planner/Supervisor (Electrical)

Sappi; Skowhegan (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi in Skowhegan is looking for a Maintenance Planner/Supervisor skilled in electrical and instrumentation work. This position involves coordinating maintenance activities, improving processes, and leading safety initiatives within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of relevant experience, a degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, and is dedicated to contributing to operational goals and equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience in supervision, shutdown planning, or engineering roles.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting process or rotating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and/or leading daily maintenance activities and planned outages.
• Partnering with operations to address equipment issues and maintain production targets.
• Improving planning, scheduling, and execution of maintenance work.

Skills

Electrical and instrumentation work

Technical problem-solving

Safety leadership

Troubleshooting skills

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

SAP or similar CMMS systems

Job description

Maintenance Planner / Supervisor – Electrical & Instrumentation

Sappi Somerset is a large, established manufacturing facility producing nearly 1 million metric tons of paper and over 500,000 metric tons of pulp annually. The site continues to invest in equipment, technology, and process improvements, supporting a complex, high‑speed operation.

We’re looking to connect with experienced maintenance professionals who bring strength in electrical and instrumentation work and are interested in roles that blend planning, coordination, and team leadership.

About The Opportunity

We’re looking for experienced maintenance professionals with a background in electrical and instrumentation who are interested in taking the next step in their career.

Depending on your experience and interests, this role can be aligned as either a Maintenance Planner or Maintenance Supervisor. Both paths play an important role in ensuring maintenance work is well‑planned, efficiently executed, and aligned with operational goals.

This position offers a balance of technical problem‑solving, coordination, and leadership, along with the opportunity to contribute to ongoing improvements across the mill.

What You’ll Be Involved In

• Coordinating and/or leading daily maintenance activities and planned outages
• Supporting a safety‑first work environment
• Partnering with operations to address equipment issues and maintain production targets
• Improving planning, scheduling, and execution of maintenance work
• Troubleshooting issues with electrical, instrumentation, and process equipment
• Supporting or leading a skilled maintenance team, depending on role alignment
• Contributing to equipment reliability and performance improvements

Background We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership
• Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance
• 3+ years of experience in supervision, shutdown planning, or engineering roles
• Strong troubleshooting skills with process or rotating equipment
• Familiarity with SAP or similar CMMS systems
• Electrical Engineering degree is helpful, though hands‑on experience is equally valued

Salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity and skills brought to the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sappi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Sappi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.