Maintenance Supervisor

ICONMA; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and enhance maintenance operations in a dynamic automotive environment. This role emphasizes coaching teams on best practices, managing machine classifications, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial automation, project management, and lean manufacturing principles, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. Join a forward-thinking company that values growth and offers excellent advancement opportunities, while making a significant impact on production and maintenance processes.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Referral Program

Growth Opportunities

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation and project management.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist and coach teams on maintenance activities and improvements.
• Manage machine classifications and lead analysis to reduce breakdowns.
• Ensure safety and integrity of the work environment.

Skills

Industrial Automation

Project Management

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Coaching/Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Technical/Engineering Field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Our Client, an Automotive company, is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor for their Kokomo, IN location.

Responsibilities:

• Assist and coach Team Leaders and Team Members on 5S (sweep, sort, sift, sanitize and sustain) activities in the departments assigned.
• Assist in the identification of contamination sources and establish countermeasures to eliminate.
• Manage machine classification based on cost deployment and breakdown maps. Lead OEE, MTBF, and MTTR analysis, driving proper measures to reduce and/or eliminate breakdowns and minor stoppages to achieve zero losses.
• Lead spare parts management activities, striving for minimal loss due to part availability.
• Monitor and drive CILR (cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, re-tightening) ownership as identified on the AM calendar for model machines and expansion areas.
• Assist in the reduction of CILR time to improve overall OEE.
• Implement the use of visual controls to improve the overall workplace by providing a status at a glance.
• Support the cross functional team in the Top 5 problem identification process while utilizing WCM tools to reduce/eliminate variation.
• Responsible for attaining daily production output including the implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs in the area(s).
• Provide all required maintenance support for machinery and process related activities in the production lines.
• Ensure the safety and integrity of all involved parties in the work environment.
• Facilitate communication between departments, lines, and internal suppliers (external to respective area, internal to plant infrastructure).
• Obtain outside resources and information when technical challenges exceed capability of the cross-functional team.
• Lead the effort in the definition and catalog of spare parts.
• Drive the EWO (emergency work order) process to document all equipment failure issues.
• Assist in the updating of job instructions, one point lessons, and pre-flight checklists in the area(s) of responsibility.
• Analyze process parameters influencing product variation and assist production teams and engineers in the identification of root cause and coordination of process improvement/saving actions.
• Participation in PFMEA (process failure model effects analysis) activities in the area of responsibility.
• Participation in the implementation of the AM (autonomous maintenance), PM (professional maintenance), QC (quality control), FI (focused improvement), and PD (people development) pillar standards using WCM methodology.
• Assist production teams in tracking KPI’s (key performance indicators) utilizing the systems and tools available.
• Fill in as Production Business Unit Leader as required.
• Support all activities required by the Production Business Unit Leader to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost in the area(s) of responsibility.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma and GED
• Minimum 3 years of industrial automation experience with project management experience.
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required
• Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated troubleshooting problem solving experience
• Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams.
• Ability to coach/mentor/develop skilled trade employees
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Bachelor’s degree in technical/engineering field
• Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
• Experience leading maintenance teams in a union environment
• Green Belt/Red X/Six Sigma training
• Experience with: controls, robotics, drives and system level communication systems, sealing systems, glass cell systems, various conveyance systems, welding - all types, paint process and associated systems, vision systems and sensors use and application.
• Familiar with World Class Manufacturing pillar methodology and implementation
• Good working knowledge of Google Suite software programs.

Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.