Maintenance Supervisor

Saint--gobain; Fairfax (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our Kansas plant to lead daily maintenance activities, drive TPM initiatives, and ensure safety, quality, and cost efficiency. You will oversee hourly technicians, coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, and mentor staff in lean practices.

The role emphasizes strong communication, planning, and problem-solving skills to minimize downtime and sustain equipment reliability in a high-demand manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a 2-year technical degree (equivalent experience considered).
• 5+ years of Supervisory experience in maintenance.
• Proficient in MS Office and Windows platforms.
• General understanding of ISO methodologies (9001/14001 and OHSAS 18001).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S and Six Sigma is a plus.
• Strong skills in equipment troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Organize and structure planned and unplanned repairs and preventive maintenance routines for efficient operation.
• Directly supervise hourly maintenance staff in equipment, buildings, utilities, and machinery upkeep.
• Set expectations, coach performance, and administer disciplinary actions as needed.
• Assist planning and scheduling of maintenance projects.
• Support TPM teams in equipment ledgers and problem solving.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Maintain equipment performance records and ensure safety and compliance.
• Plan, evaluate, and coordinate installation, maintenance, and repair activities to minimize downtime.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement countermeasures for losses.
• Support autonomous maintenance through training of craftsmen and equipment upkeep.
• Lead reliability improvements and ensure timely PM execution.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Manager & Planner on PM development; review Kronos timekeeping.
• Assist in hiring hourly employees and participate in safety audits and incident investigations.
• Contribute to JSA and SOP development and reviews.

Education

Associate or technical degree

Tools

MS Office

Windows

SAP

Kronos

Job description

Schedule: 2nd Shift, 3 PM - 11 PM Monday–Friday, with flexibility required to support business needs

Supervises the daily activities of maintenance personnel and assists with maintenance project work as assigned. This position provides key leadership to safety, quality, housekeeping and cost reduction while promoting positive employee relations throughout the maintenance organization. Maintenance Supervisors are held accountable to ensure maintenance activities are carried out in compliance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements, policies, and procedures in a manner consistent with CertainTeed Roofing's Trust, Empowerment and Collaboration principles.

Key Requirements:

• Organize and structure planned and unplanned repairs and preventive maintenance routines in a manner that will ensure efficient operation of equipment and plant operating systems.
• Directly supervise the hourly skilled maintenance employees in the improvement and maintenance of plant equipment, buildings, machinery, utilities, etc.
• Communicate expectations, measure and assess employee performance, provide coaching and development opportunities, and administer disciplinary action if needed.
• Provides input into planning and scheduling of projects.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) teams in the development of equipment ledgers and problem solving.
• Develops and maintains standard operating and maintenance procedures, and work instructions.
• Maintains records of plant and individual equipment performance.
• Responsible for planning, evaluating, organizing, and implementing assigned installation, maintenance and repair activities and coordinating with other departments to assure minimum downtime for production and maximum safety of employees.
• Perform root-cause analysis as well as implement sustainable countermeasures on losses related to maintenance.
• Supports Autonomous Maintenance through training of craftsmen and ensuring that equipment basic conditions are maintained.
• Leading contributor for improving the reliability of the production equipment.
• Ensures Preventive Maintenance (PM) is accomplished in a timely manner and to a high standard of quality.
• Work with Maintenance Manager & Planner to develop PM's that drive improved reliability.
• Reviews and approves employee timekeeping (Kronos) and ensures employees are paid the correct wages in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
• May be required to assist in the evaluation and selection process of hiring hourly employees.
• Conduct SMAT Audits to support the plants EHS goals.
• Ensure adherence to Waste Management and Recycling responsibilities.
• Participate in Incident & Near Miss Investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Participate in the development, understanding and review of all position JSA and SOP's.

Is this job for you ?

• Minimum of a 2-year degree in a technical field (equivalent experience may be considered)
• 5+ years of Supervisory experience
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and Windows platforms (familiarity with SAP a plus)
• General understanding of ISO methodology (ISO 9001, 14001, & OHSAS 18001)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S & Six Sigma a plus
• Strong skills in equipment troubleshooting and fault analysis/root cause

A little more about us

At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer and sustainable home.
Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group's commitment is guided by its purpose, “Making the World a Better Home.