MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Dollar General; Jonesville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for its distribution center. The role coordinates daily maintenance activities, analyzes performance, and implements improvement plans to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The position requires supervisory experience, expertise with conveyor/sortation systems, and strong communication skills to collaborate with Maintenance Manager and HR. On-call availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read diagrams, maintenance drawings and related documents.
• Knowledge of safety, cash handling and deposits processes.
• Experience with IBM cash registers and reporting.
• Understanding of conveyor, sort view and related systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Minimum two years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities of the maintenance department to ensure rapid repair responses.
• Review inbound/outbound reports and adjust department planning as needed.
• Plan daily production goals for the maintenance team.
• Identify obstacles to performance via floor observations.
• Review staffing plans and determine appropriate levels per shift.
• Establish work schedules based on preventive maintenance requirements.
• Conduct sortation audits and analyze results for adjustments.
• Provide training for maintenance staff.
• Support safety programs with the safety committee and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Assist with department budget and coordinate with HR.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Math calculations

Cash handling

IBM cash register functions

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Oral and written communication

Tools

AutoCAD

Word

Excel

Programmable logic controllers

Job description

Job Description

Job Details General Summary: Provides a safe and mechanically sound working environment in the distribution center. Coordinates the daily activities of the maintenance department to ensure rapid response to departmental requests for repair or service. Identifies performance indicators. Develops and communicates action plans for improvement.

Duties and Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes Productivity Improvement Plan process to identify areas for improvement and assists Maintenance Manager in development of a measurement system.
• May review inbound and outbound S&OP reports and assists in department planning; makes adjustments based on distribution center needs.
• Plans daily production goals for department.
• Identifies obstacles to performance through floor observations.
• Reviews daily staffing plan of department/shift with Maintenance Manager; determines proper staffing level for shift or area of responsibility based on receiving/shipping volume and departmental projects.
• Establishes work schedules based on preventative maintenance requirements.
• Conducts required sortation audits and analyzes results to determine appropriate system and/or personnel adjustments.
• Ensures that adequate training is provided for all maintenance department employees.
• In coordination with safety committee, supports safety programs to reduce employee injuries.
• Partners with Maintenance Manager and Human Resources to ensure OSHA compliance; serves a back-up contact person for governmental agencies.
• Maintains status reports on building and facility insurance documentation.
• Assists Maintenance Manager with department budget.

Job Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit controls.
• Ability to learn and perform IBM cash register functions, including those necessary to generate reports.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices (deposits, store keys, SAFE and STARS programs, etc.

• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices including legal compliance and internal processes.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Effective organization skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations where limited standardization exists.

Work Experience and/or Education

• Analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical, mechanical, and voice and data communication drawings, and various diagrams.
• Understanding of systems such as conveyor, sort view and graphical monitors.
• Working knowledge of fire protection systems.
• Comprehension of conveyor system sortation reports, fire protection and security alarm reports, capital variance reports, and OSHA logs.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, autocad systems, and programmable logic controllers.

Working Conditions and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• On call twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week to support distribution center operations.
• Maintenance experience required.
• Experience in an automated retail distribution center preferred.
• Two years minimum supervisory experience.
• Automated retail distribution center experience preferred.
• Vocational skills training as a tradesperson (mechanical, electrical, welding, hydraulic, pneumatics).

Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

About Us

Work Where You Matter

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.