Lead Mechanical Maintenance & Reliability Supervisor

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH; Kalama (WA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

LANXESS Kalama is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to lead technicians and contractors, ensuring safe, reliable operation of mechanical equipment. You will oversee preventive and predictive maintenance, and coordinate with Reliability Engineering to uphold mechanical integrity and regulatory compliance.

The role requires an associate degree in a mechanical discipline, 10+ years in maintenance with 5+ years in supervision, and experience in a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent certification in a mechanical discipline.
• 10+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience leading maintenance activities in a unionized hourly workforce.
• Knowledge of rotating and fixed mechanical systems; OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Mechanical Maintenance Technicians and external mechanical contractors, providing direction, coaching, training, and support while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance activities and mechanical integrity programs for fixed and rotating equipment, ensuring work is completed safely, effectively, and on schedule.
• Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting support for complex mechanical issues, including equipment alignment, lubrication, flanged joint closure, packing, and mechanical seals.
• Manage the mechanical maintenance work process, including work identification, planning, scheduling, prioritization, execution, and follow-up in accordance with LANXESS standards.
• Partner with Reliability Engineering to maintain equipment files, inspection records, and other required documentation and ensure compliance with PSM, ISO 9001, and other applicable requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness, and work processes; participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in mechanical discipline

Tools

CMMS / SAP

MS Office

Job description

LANXESS Kalama is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to lead technicians and contractors, ensuring safe, reliable operation of mechanical equipment. You will oversee preventive and predictive maintenance, and coordinate with Reliability Engineering to uphold mechanical integrity and regulatory compliance.

The role requires an associate degree in a mechanical discipline, 10+ years in maintenance with 5+ years in supervision, and experience in a unionized environment.