Maintenance Supervisor

Alamo Group Inc.; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-free workplace

Pre-employment drug testing

Job summary

Alamo Group Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team and ensure safe, reliable operation of plant equipment and facilities. You will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, manage spares, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

You will coordinate with production, engineering, and quality to meet operational goals, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards. Weekend/overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; related degree preferred.
• 3–5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• 1–3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC systems.
• Experience with CMMS and reading schematics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of maintenance technicians and contractors.
• Schedule preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime and interruptions.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Monitor work orders, prioritize repairs, and manage schedules.
• Maintain OSHA and safety compliance and environmental requirements.
• Coach and develop maintenance staff to improve skills.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Team development

Safety focus

Microsoft Office

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Engineering/Industrial Maintenance degree

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Job description

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading the maintenance team to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role oversees preventive and corrective maintenance activities, minimizes equipment downtime, supports production goals, and ensures compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of maintenance technicians and contractors.
• Schedule and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment breakdowns to minimize production interruptions.
• Ensure manufacturing equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Monitor maintenance work orders, prioritize repairs, and manage maintenance schedules.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and environmental requirements.
• Train, coach, and evaluate maintenance employees to improve performance and technical skills.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to support operational objectives.
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement of maintenance supplies.
• Analyze equipment performance data and recommend improvements to increase reliability and reduce costs.
• Assist with installation, modification, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Develop and maintain maintenance records, reports, and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and TPM programs.
• Participate in budget preparation and control maintenance-related expenses.
• Implement and manage CMMS
• Oversee weekly Tool Box Talks and support safety audits

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field preferred.
• 3-5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1-3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or similar certification.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, temperature variations, and industrial chemicals.
• Availability to work weekends, overtime, or on-call schedules as needed.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team development
• Safety focus
• Technical expertise
• Planning and organization
• Root cause analysis
• Decision making
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Communication and collaboration

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affimative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).