Maintenance Supervisor

National Metalwares, LP; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

National Metalwares, LP is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the maintenance team and coordinate equipment repair, PM programs, and facilities upkeep. The role ensures continuous, safe plant operations and compliance with environmental and utility regulations.

The position supervises the Maintenance Department and Tool Room staff, guiding hiring, training, work planning, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions as needed. In-person work location is expected.

Qualifications

• The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Experience supervising maintenance personnel and coordinating PM programs is required.
• Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient facilities operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, direct, and manage maintenance personnel and workers engaged in equipment installation, facilities equipment repair, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Conduct regular inspections of the plant, evaluating the efficient use of space and facilities.
• Establish, implement, and maintain a preventive maintenance (PM) program.
• Ensure proper disposal of hazardous waste and liaise with public utility, environmental, and energy agencies for regulatory compliance.
• Inspect construction and installation progress, coordinate program specifications, proposals, contracts, and documents.
• Assist in coordination of building space allocation, layout, and communication services.

Skills

Pneumatics Experience

Hydraulics Experience

Electrical / Electronic Systems

High Voltage Systems

Pneumatics Troubleshooting

Rigging & Load Handling

Equipment Installation & Wiring

Blueprint Reading

Job description

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of workers engaged in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all equipment, the building, and the grounds. This role is critical in ensuring the continuous and safe operation of all plant facilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervision & Direction: Oversee, direct, and manage maintenance personnel and workers engaged in equipment installation, facilities equipment repair, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Facilities Inspection: Conduct regular inspections of the plant, evaluating the efficient use of space and facilities.
• Maintenance Programs: Establish, implement, and maintain a preventive maintenance (PM) program.
• Compliance & Liaison: Ensure the proper disposal of hazardous waste. Act as a primary liaison to public utility, environmental, and energy agencies, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Project Oversight: Inspect construction and installation progress to ensure strict conformance to established specifications. Formulate and coordinate program specifications, requirements for proposals and contracts, and associated documents.
• Space Management: Assist in the coordination of building space allocation, layout, and communication services.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position directly supervises employees in the Maintenance Department and Tool Room. Supervisory responsibilities are carried out in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws, and include:

• Interviewing, hiring, and training new employees.
• Planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Appraising performance, rewarding, and disciplining employees.
• Addressing employee complaints and resolving problems.
• Assists with facilities equipment repair and preventative maintenance when needed.

Required Competencies

To perform this job successfully, the individual must consistently demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

Management & Execution

• Project Management: Develop, coordinate, and complete projects on time and within budget, communicating changes and progress effectively.
• Managing People: Take responsibility for subordinates' activities, be available to staff, and actively work to improve processes, products, and services.
• Delegation: Effectively delegate work assignments while monitoring delegated activities and setting clear expectations.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritize and plan work, use time efficiently, and organize or schedule other people and their tasks.
• Communication:
• Oral & Written Communication: Speak clearly and persuasively, listen effectively, respond well to questions, and write clearly and informatively, presenting technical and numerical data effectively.
• Teamwork: Build positive team spirit, group morale, and commitment to goals, supporting colleagues' efforts to succeed.

Problem-Solving & Judgment

• Problem Solving: Skillfully identify, analyze, and resolve problems in a timely manner, developing alternative solutions.
• Judgment: Display a willingness to make timely decisions, exhibiting sound and accurate judgment, and supporting reasoning for decisions.
• Innovation: Display original thinking, generate suggestions for improvement, and develop innovative approaches to challenges.
• Ethics & Professionalism:
• Ethics & Diversity: Treat people with respect, work with integrity, uphold organizational values, and promote a harassment-free environment.
• Professionalism: Approach others tactfully, react well under pressure, and accept responsibility for personal actions.
• Organizational Support: Follow policies and procedures, complete administrative tasks correctly and on time, and support organizational goals.
• Quality & Safety:
• Quality Management: Look for ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness, and applying feedback for performance improvement.
• Safety and Security: Observe and promote safety and security procedures, reporting potentially unsafe conditions.
• Work Ethic:
• Adaptability: Manage competing demands, adapt to changes in the work environment, and deal with frequent change or delays.
• Dependability & Attendance: Consistently be at work on time, ensure coverage when absent, follow instructions, and commit to necessary work hours to meet goals.
• Quantity: Meet productivity standards and strive to increase work quantity and efficiency.Qualifications

The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the necessary knowledge, skill, and/or ability.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

You Should Be Proficient In

• Pneumatics Experience
• Hydraulics Experience
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• High Voltage Systems
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Rigging & Load Handling
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• Blueprint Reading