Maintenance Equipment Supervisor

CEVA Logistics; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics in Lenexa, KS seeks a Maintenance Equipment Supervisor to lead a team responsible for equipment availability, reliability, and compliance with USDA and EU GMP standards across production and testing operations.

You will oversee installation, diagnostics, preventive and predictive maintenance, safety training, and contractor management to minimize downtime and optimize asset stewardship.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields.
• Minimum 1–3 years of managerial/supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with regulatory standards (USDA, GMP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor maintenance technicians to ensure uptime and reliability.
• Prioritize and coordinate maintenance to minimize production disruption.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs across site equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and coordinate audits with regulatory QA.
• Promote safety culture, conduct training, and lead toolbox talks.
• Oversee contractor management and site equipment vehicles.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Engineering Technology certificate

Tools

CMMS

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Maintenance Equipment Supervisor

Location: Lenexa, KS

Job Summary

Lead a team of maintenance and calibration technicians to ensure equipment availability, reliability, and compliance with USDA and EU GMP Standards across production and testing operations. Oversee installation, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of critical machinery to optimize performance, minimize downtime, and foster safety and asset stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and Leadership: Supervise and mentor maintenance and calibration technicians, guiding daily activities and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Equipment Maintenance and Repair: Prioritize and coordinate maintenance to ensure timely completion and minimal production disruption; conduct inspections, identify improvement areas, and implement corrective actions.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Implement a comprehensive program for all critical site equipment—task assignment, documentation, and adherence to schedules.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain accurate maintenance and calibration records; coordinate with regulatory affairs and quality assurance for audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Safety: Promote a safety culture, enforce SOPs, conduct training, toolbox talks, and participate in HSE CAPAs.
• Training: Oversee the site’s Maintenance Training program, assess skill gaps, and manage simulation equipment and learning labs.
• Contractor Management: Identify, select, schedule, and monitor on‑site contractors, reviewing documentation and fees.
• Vehicle Management: Oversee mobile equipment (trucks, golf carts) acquisition, maintenance, insurance, and registration.
• Personnel Development: Ensure training is provided and documented for all maintenance team members.
• Performance Accountability: Monitor team performance, conduct reviews, and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track KPIs such as equipment uptime, backlog, and productivity; generate reports.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process optimizations in maintenance function.

Core Competencies

• Shape solutions out of complexity
• Be client focused
• Collaborate with empathy
• Engage and develop
• Drive ambition and accountability
• Influence others

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards (USDA, GMP Guidelines).
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills for effective communication with stakeholders.
• Technical proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and utility systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS and other maintenance software.
• Effective time management and prioritization in a fast‑paced environment.
• Certification in maintenance management (e.g., CMRP) or trade certifications (HVAC, electrical) is a plus.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Technology certificate, or related field preferred.

Work Experience: 1–3 years managerial/supervisory experience in a manufacturing operation.

Physical Requirements

Walk, climb, use hands, stand, and walk to various job sites; climb ladders and stairs frequently. Requires close vision and periodic lifting up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

Requires indoor and outdoor work, exposure to weather, chemicals, and occasional cleaning in lab or manufacturing environments with required PPE.

Travel

N/A

Legal Disclaimer

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of duties nor an employment contract. Ceva reserves the right to modify duties and/or this description at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ceva is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ceva encourages the participation of men and women, individuals with disabilities and veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.