Machine Maintenance Supervisor

Fairbanks Morse Defense; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Defense in Beloit, Wisconsin is looking for a Machine Maintenance Supervisor to oversee CNC equipment maintenance. The role demands strong leadership in a union environment with 5-7 years of industrial maintenance experience. Responsibilities include managing personnel, coordinating maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Competitive benefits are offered, including health insurance and a 401k plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in an industrial maintenance environment.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience, preferably in a union environment.
• Proven track record in improving workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead CNC maintenance personnel.
• Develop and maintain KPIs for department performance.
• Coordinate all machine maintenance with Operations personnel.

Skills

Safety advocacy

Organizational communication

Self-starter

Lean manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

ERP system

Job description

Fairbanks Morse Defense, 701 White Ave, Beloit, Wisconsin, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world‑class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers

About Fairbanks Morse Engine

Located in Beloit, Wisconsin, Fairbanks Morse Engine (FME) manufactures, assembles, tests, and distributes heavy‑duty, medium‑speed reciprocating engines under the Fairbanks Morse® and ALCO® brand names. Fairbanks Morse manufacturing is conducted in its U.S.-based facility. FME sells its high‑performance engines directly to naval marine customers and shipyards. As a principal supplier of reliable diesel engines to the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Coast Guard, and the Canadian Coast Guard, FME enables the defense industry to complete worldwide mission‑critical operations. FME is a division of Fairbanks Morse Defense, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment and a leading provider of reliable marine power solutions.

Fairbanks Morse is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Machine Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing safe and efficient operation, maintenance and upkeep of all CNC’s and machining equipment. This dynamic position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the CNC maintenance union personnel.
• Assign tasking and priorities to maintenance work orders.
• Develop hourly and salary work force by providing skills training specific to equipment and processes to improve and maintain the machining assets.
• Manage a multi‑skilled union hourly workforce on 2 shifts
• Respond to emergencies to facilitate repairs in a timely and effective manner to support production schedules
• Coordinate all machine maintenance and preventative maintenance activities with Operations personnel.
• Develop / Maintain Leading indicators to assess dept performance and equipment utilization (KPI’s)
• Meet with Maintenance Team members by skill classification on a weekly basis to review performance and identify areas for improvement
• Responsible for the safe work practices within the department and contracted labor
• Recommend upgrades and maintain the maintenance CMMS
• Recommend expense and capital projects to upper management and manage the projects from investigation to completion.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory policies and division policies and procedures
• Maintain and update standard practices as necessary
• Manage overtime and call‑in requirements per the labor contract
• Evaluate and maintain parts orders and department inventory
• Other projects/duties as assigned for the overall benefit of the organization.

Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma.
• 5-7 years’ experience in industrial maintenance environment required
• 3+ years supervisory or management experience, union environment preferred
• Strong advocate for safety, health and environmental issues
• High degree of organizational communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proven track record in improving culture within workplace environments
• Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision
• Good and working knowledge of Word and Excel; experience with an ERP system is preferred
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement environments
• Must be a US Citizen

Travel: Less than 5%

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled