Evening Shift Maintenance Supervisor – Automation

Carter's Inc.

Braselton (GA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Carter’s Inc. is seeking a skilled Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor for our Braselton distribution center. This on-site role leads the evening/night shift, guiding a team of technicians and custodians to keep the 1.2 million-square-foot facility safe and productive.

Responsibilities include coordinating preventive maintenance, optimizing WCS-driven equipment, and developing staff capabilities to improve reliability and efficiency in a fast-paced, automated distribution environment.

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
Five (5) or more years of maintenance experience within a highly automated distribution, fulfillment, manufacturing, or supply-chain environment; e-commerce or retail multi-channel experience preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory or people-leadership experience, preferably within a distribution, fulfillment, manufacturing, or similarly complex operational environment.
Demonstrated experience with conveyor, sortation, automated material handling, and facility maintenance systems required.
Experience with WCS, PLCs, controls, CMMS, or similar maintenance and automation systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a working supervisor responsible for leading and supporting the evening/night-shift Maintenance and Facilities team, including approximately 4–5 Maintenance Technicians, 4 Utility Technicians, and 4 Custodians.
Maintain flexibility to provide leadership coverage across assigned evening/night shifts based on business and department needs.
Lead department performance related to warehouse equipment maintenance, equipment reliability, preventive maintenance completion, and technical skill development.
Develop non-exempt associates through timely feedback, clear performance expectations, effective communication, training, coaching, and mentoring to support achievement of individual and departmental goals.
Manage and support the development of Maintenance Technician Levels 1–3, including technical skill assessments, development planning, and progression opportunities.
Support and manage the entry-level Maintenance Apprentice Program, including training, development, and performance monitoring.
Prepare and deliver performance appraisals for direct reports and provide appropriate guidance regarding employee development and performance management.
Address employee performance and conduct concerns through coaching and progressive discipline in partnership with Human Resources and in accordance with company policies.
Manage employee timekeeping, scheduling, attendance, and related administrative responsibilities for direct reports.
Participate in and lead maintenance, facility, equipment, and process-improvement projects as assigned.
Provide support for special projects, equipment installations, facility initiatives, and other business needs as assigned.
Perform other duties as necessary to support Maintenance, Facilities, and Distribution Center operations.