Maintenance Supervisor

TriMas Life Sciences; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TriMas Life Sciences in Michigan seeks a hands-on Maintenance Lead to drive equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and uphold a strong safety culture in our plastic injection molding operations.

The role partners with Production, Scheduling, Quality and Engineering to ensure safe, efficient equipment and facilities. You will lead maintenance teams, manage inventory, and coordinate with vendors to keep lines running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with preventative maintenance systems and vendor coordination.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance (ISO 13485).

Responsibilities

• Lead daily maintenance activities for production equipment, facility systems, and grounds.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance with Production Scheduling to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair injection molding equipment, ancillary equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels for spare parts and maintenance consumables.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability and efficiency.
• Assist with sourcing vendors and managing onsite contractors as needed.
• Use purchasing and PO systems for parts, service work, and contractor support.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety standards and ISO 13485 procedures.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Vendor coordination

Teamwork and communication

Prioritization under deadlines

Tools

PLC systems

Vision systems

Automation equipment

Job description

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are looking for a motivated and dependable Maintenance Lead to support our plastic injection molding operations by driving equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and promoting a strong safety culture.

In this leadership-focused role, you will work closely with Production, Scheduling, Quality, and Engineering teams to ensure equipment and facility systems operate efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong troubleshooting skills, a sense of urgency, and the ability to prioritize maintenance activities in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support daily maintenance activities for production equipment, facility systems, and grounds
• Coordinate preventative maintenance activities with Production Scheduling to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair injection molding equipment, auxiliary equipment, and facility infrastructure
• Maintain accurate inventory levels for critical spare parts and maintenance consumables
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and operational efficiency
• Assist with sourcing vendors and managing onsite contractors as needed
• Utilize purchasing and PO systems for parts, service work, and contractor support
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and in compliance with company safety standards and ISO 13485 procedures
• Partner cross-functionally with all departments to respond quickly to maintenance needs and production priorities

What Success Looks Like

The Maintenance Lead is accountable for key operational metrics including:

• Preventative Maintenance completion and compliance
• Equipment uptime and response time
• Accuracy and organization of spare parts inventory
• Safe execution of all maintenance activities

What We’re Looking for

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience in plastic injection molding or manufacturing maintenance
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively under tight deadlines
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience working with preventative maintenance systems and vendor coordination
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on production performance and reliability
• Collaborative team environment
• Hands-on leadership role with growth potential
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment where your skills truly matter

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Maintenance experience in a plastic injection manufacturing environment
• Experience in the medical device industry or ISO 13485 environment a plus
• Experience with PLC’s, automation, and vision systems preferred
• Documented HVAC, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical credentials preferred
• Process & results driven
• Organized and able to bring projects to a successful conclusion
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills