Hands-On Maintenance Supervisor, 2nd Shift, Automation

Tom Trese Networking LLC; La Grange, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom Trese Networking LLC in La Grange, IL, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our automated manufacturing facility on the second shift. The role focuses on hands-on leadership, aligning maintenance efforts with production goals, and building a high-performing team to keep complex equipment running.

You will coach 16 mechanics and electricians, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, manage staffing and onboarding, and uphold strict safety standards in a union environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Degree or technical certification preferred; candidates with a high school diploma or GED and strong relevant experience will be considered.
• Hands-on background diagnosing and repairing both electrical and mechanical systems on production equipment.
• Track record of developing maintenance technicians and improving team performance over time.
• Comfortable reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.

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

Team development

Effective communication

Electrical & mechanicalTroubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Education

Technical certification or degree preferred

High school diploma or GED with experience

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Tom Trese Networking LLC in La Grange, IL, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our automated manufacturing facility on the second shift. The role focuses on hands-on leadership, aligning maintenance efforts with production goals, and building a high-performing team to keep complex equipment running.

You will coach 16 mechanics and electricians, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, manage staffing and onboarding, and uphold strict safety standards in a union environment.