Maintenance Shift Supervisor

Johnson Matthey; Devon (PA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

PTO 20 days

Life insurance

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Voluntary benefits

Wellbeing programs

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey in Devon, PA is seeking a Maintenance Shift Supervisor to lead plant maintenance teams, ensure safe operation, and coordinate with internal stakeholders to meet operational priorities while upholding JM safety procedures.

You will supervise, troubleshoot and guide preventive maintenance programs, while driving continuous improvement to maximize equipment reliability and adherence to union guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with maintenance and supervisory experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership to supervise maintenance personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance teams to safely maintain plant equipment, facilities and utilities per JM safety procedures and PPE.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with internal stakeholders to meet operational priorities and deliver high customer service.
• Assign work, provide technical guidance and support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment issues.
• Support preventive maintenance, repairs, shutdown planning and project execution to maximize reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime and improve maintenance practices.
• Promote engagement and adherence to union agreements for a fair, collaborative environment.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Maintenance knowledge

Manufacturing experience

MS Office

SAP

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Maintenance CMMS

Job description

Job title: Maintenance Shift Supervisor
Location: Devon, PA.

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Maintenance Shift Supervisor, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life‑saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.

The role:

• Leading maintenance teams to safely maintain plant equipment, facilities and utilities while ensuring compliance with JM safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Coordinating maintenance activities with internal stakeholders to meet operational priorities and deliver a high level of customer service.
• Assigning work, providing technical guidance and supporting effective troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment issues.
• Supporting preventive maintenance programs, repairs, shutdown planning and project execution to maximize equipment reliability.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime, improve maintenance practices and enhance workplace standards.
• Promoting engagement, communication and adherence to union agreements to maintain a fair and collaborative working environment.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with maintenance experience, or equivalent maintenance and supervisory experience.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Practical mechanical and/or electrical maintenance knowledge.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, coach and support maintenance personnel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with SAP, maintenance management systems and unionized workforces is advantageous.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, disability and retirement plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

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