Maintenance Supervisor

W. R. Grace; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Grace Wellness Program

Flexible Workplace

Retirement Plans

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Donation Match Program

Job summary

W. R. Grace is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor at its East Chicago, IN plant to ensure reliable equipment operation and effective PM program execution. You will oversee maintenance tasks, use SAP for workflows and data entry, and lead a team with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The role requires hands-on leadership, ability to manage field operations, and collaboration with maintenance staff and union members to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of chemical manufacturing experience in a maintenance supervisory position.
• Proven experience using SAP and maintenance management systems.
• Experience working in union environments and with collective bargaining agreements.
• Demonstrated leadership and proactive problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient functioning of equipment and machinery.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and address reactive needs promptly.
• Maintain strong field presence and engage with maintenance teams.
• Collaborate to optimize maintenance tasks for changing requirements.
• Track task completion and align activities with schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Union experience

Education

Associates degree in a relevant field

Tools

SAP

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Annual Wage Range: $93,112.00 - $128,029.00

Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses

Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

WR Grace is seeing a Maintenance Supervisor to join our Team. This role is central to ensuring a strong field presence, efficient task tracking, and strict adherence to our Preventive Maintenance (PM) system. This position requires hands‑on engagement in maintenance operations, vigilant monitoring of task progress, and a commitment to optimizing equipment performance. This role is located at our East Chicago, IN plant and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient functioning of equipment and machinery.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and address any reactive maintenance needs promptly.
• Maintain a strong field presence, actively engaging with maintenance teams to understand the evolving needs and challenges.
• Collaborate with teams to evolve and optimize maintenance tasks based on changing operational requirements.
• Implement a comprehensive system for tracking tasks completion, ensuring all maintenance activities align with established schedules.
• Utilize SAP to manage and streamline maintenance workflows along with accurate data entry and reporting.
• Foster positive working relationships with union members, addressing concerns proactively.
• Exhibit strong communication skills to provide clear and concise instructions to maintenance teams.
• Lead by example, promoting a positive work culture and motivating teams to achieve maintenance objectives.
• Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance tasks, ensuring documentation aligns with organizational standards.
• Generate regular reports on tasks completion and field observations.

Physical Requirements And Environment

• Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel‑toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of chemical manufacturing experience in a maintenance supervisory position
• Proven experience and knowledge of SAP and maintenance management systems.
• Proven experience in union environments and collective bargaining agreements.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in a relevant field
• Proven computer skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Grace Wellness Program
• Flexible Workplace
• Retirement Plans
• 401(k) Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Donation Match Program

U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Nearest Major Market: Gary

Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago