Maintenance Supervisor

Energy Vault; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainability seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to enhance production equipment performance and lead the maintenance team. This role involves overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across multiple shifts. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in maintenance management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in maintenance or engineering.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools.
• Proficiency in reading system schematics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of maintenance employees across shifts.
• Manage predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Mechanical Aptitude

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance Supervisor – Job Description

Position Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading the maintenance team to ensure optimal performance of all production equipment and facilities. This role oversees predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance activities, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with safety and environmental standards. The position supports operations across multiple shifts, with primary responsibility for the first shift (7 AM – 3 PM).

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of hourly maintenance employees across all shifts.
• Manage maintenance operations in alignment with the Schneider Performance System and Short Interval Meeting practices.
• Plan and execute maintenance action plans in coordination with production to maintain equipment in optimal condition. (PM, TPM)
• Oversee the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP).
• Ensure availability and proper management of spare parts to minimize equipment downtime.
• Support the effective control of the plant’s Building Management System.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, finance, and executive staff.
• Support environmental health and safety compliance initiatives.
• Identify training needs and support the development of maintenance personnel.
• Monitor and optimize maintenance budgets, including internal and external tool and equipment costs.
• Drive Smart Systems implementation and support digital transformation initiatives.
• Enforce safety, health, and 5S standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in maintenance, engineering, or a team-based troubleshooting role.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven leadership experience in supervising skilled trades or maintenance teams.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Experience with metal fabrication, injection molding, plating, and automated assembly is preferred.
• Proficiency in reading system schematics and interpreting AutoCAD drawings.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, etc.).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with a high sense of urgency and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and capable of preparing reports, procedures, and action plans.

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150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
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