Automation Maintenance Supervisor – 2nd Shift (Union Shop)

Job Juncture; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for a large, highly automated production facility in La Grange, IL. The role leads daily maintenance operations, hands-on with the team, and ensures safety and reliability of equipment.

You will coach 16 mechanics/electricians, manage scheduling and onboarding, troubleshoot complex electrical/mechanical issues, and collaborate with production and engineering on capital projects. Union environment experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Hands-on background diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical systems on production equipment.
• Experience reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Track record of developing maintenance technicians and improving team performance over time.
• Experience in a union manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Comfortable working in a complex operation with diverse equipment, high-speed packaging, CPG, or personal care products background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build, coach, and develop a team of 16 mechanics and electricians through direct engagement, structured training, and consistent follow-through.
• Step in on complex electrical and mechanical troubleshooting alongside your team when production is at stake (union shop so merely coaching only).
• Handle workforce planning responsibilities including scheduling, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of maintenance staff.
• Hold the team to safety standards every day and create a culture where safe work is non-negotiable.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams and contribute actively to capital improvement projects.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Hands-on maintenance

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Blueprints & schematics

Team development

Union environment experience

Safety leadership

Education

Degree or technical certification preferred

High school diploma or GED with experience

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Job Juncture is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for a large, highly automated production facility in La Grange, IL. The role leads daily maintenance operations, hands-on with the team, and ensures safety and reliability of equipment.

You will coach 16 mechanics/electricians, manage scheduling and onboarding, troubleshoot complex electrical/mechanical issues, and collaborate with production and engineering on capital projects. Union environment experience preferred.