Hands-on Electrical & Mechanical Supervisor – PLC/Control

Trivium Packaging; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing leader based in Virginia is seeking a skilled Electrical and Mechanical Supervisor to oversee the electrical and mechanics teams in a high-speed environment. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and efficiency in operations, requiring hands-on expertise and supervisory experience. The ideal candidate will possess a background in electrical systems and automation, with a commitment to continuous improvement and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• 2-3 years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.
• Experience with electrical/PLC systems and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Maintenance Team Members.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Leadership

AC/DC motors proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Technical manual interpretation

Education

Associate’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS systems for work order management

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a safety-driven, hands-on, and technically skilled Electrical and Mechanical Supervisor to lead our electrical / controls team and mechanics team in a high-speed, 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical automation, and control systems across the plant. The Electrical and Mechanical Supervisor will oversee a team of Electricians, Electro-Mechanical Technicians and Mechanics, drive continuous improvement in electrical/PLC systems, and serve as the go-to expert for troubleshooting and emergency response — anytime, day or night.

Job Summary

We are seeking a safety-driven, hands-on, and technically skilled Electrical and Mechanical Supervisor to lead our electrical / controls team and mechanics team in a high-speed, 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical automation, and control systems across the plant. The Electrical and Mechanical Supervisor will oversee a team of Electricians, Electro-Mechanical Technicians and Mechanics, drive continuous improvement in electrical/PLC systems, and serve as the go-to expert for troubleshooting and emergency response — anytime, day or night.

Job Duties

• Work in accordance with all safety regulations and safe job procedures, standard work processes, BRC food safety initiatives, good manufacturing practices, and product quality requirements at all times.
• Lead, train, and develop Maintenance Team Members, supervise, mentor, and develop a team of Electricians, Mechanics and Electro-Mechanical Technicians.
• Foster a culture of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Enforce NEC, OSHA, and plant-specific safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and high-voltage procedures.
• Conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Lead preventative and predictive maintenance programs to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanicals, electrical and control system issues in high-speed production and steel-forming equipment.
• Provide hands-on support during equipment failures, startups, shutdowns, and emergencies — 24/7 availability required.
• Provide technical expertise in PLC/HMI programming, process control, and machine automation.
• Upgrade legacy systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley PLC-5 to ControlLogix) and fine-tune control systems for optimal performance.
• Collaborate with operations to improve machine reliability and throughput.
• Plan and execute mechanical, electrical and automation projects from concept to completion.
• Review electrical schematics, blueprints, and specifications for new installations.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for capital projects and equipment upgrades.
• Ensure effective control of minimum and maximum stock levels for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) spare parts. Support the MRO team in technical decision-making for purchases and parts selection, while maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Optimize stock levels to prevent shortages or excess, and guarantee availability of critical components to sustain uninterrupted operations.
• Responsible for planning maintenance in mechanical, electrical, and production areas. Conduct periodic audits of the maintenance planning system, generating statistical reports.
• Maintain accurate records: work orders, logs, inspections, and documentation.
• Manage departmental budgets, spare parts inventory, and shop supplies.
• Track and report KPIs for electrical and maintenance performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and Trivium core values.
• At all times, actively engage in and live out Trivium’s core values and guiding principles. Be a team member, treat each other with respect and a good steward of company resources.
• Performs all other job duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 3–5 years as an industrial in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• 2–3 years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.
• Experience in steel manufacturing and/or food processing environments highly desirable.
• Adept in AC/DC motors, VFDs, pneumatic/electronic instrumentation, and wireless technologies.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.
• Experience with CMMS systems for work order management.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a 24/7 operational environment.
  
  

Work Environment

This position will spend the majority of their time on the manufacturing floor and is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to handle and feel. The team member is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The team member may occasionally be required to work in non-permit required confined spaces, unless otherwise trained. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds. There is no continual lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision as well as color recognition. Good hand/eye coordination is necessary. The noise level in that environment is usually very loud. Employees must wear hearing protection and all other assigned Personal Protective Equipment. Temperature can range from extreme cold (<40 degrees) to extreme heat (>90 degrees). The atmosphere contains fumes, dust, and odors.

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

At Trivium, we believe that people perform at their best when they can bring their true selves to work. That’s why we hire diverse talent at every level and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome colleagues of every background, identity and perspective, because our people like our customers come from all over the world. Creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s business critical. When our people belong, they deliver their best work, and together we achieve more.