Maintenance Supervisor

emplify GmbH; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 5,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WITRON in Lansing seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of electro-mechanical technicians, ensuring safe, reliable operation of automated systems. The role emphasizes hands-on supervision, problem solving, and collaboration with production and IT to maximize uptime.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with relevant supervisory experience; an associate degree is preferred. Strong knowledge of OSHA guidelines and PM planning is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 1–3 years in a maintenance supervisory role in warehouse/fast-paced setting.
• Associates degree preferred; 3–5 years in related supervisory maintenance.
• Familiarity with automated material handling systems strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electro-mechanical technicians during daily maintenance tasks.
• Inspire a safety-first mindset and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Coordinate preventive, planned, and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Serve as first point of contact for employee relations and maintenance issues.
• Develop processes to maintain system performance during shift changes and peak periods.
• Collaborate with Production, Onsite IT, and external partners to maximize uptime.

Skills

Team supervision

Automation systems

PLC systems

Safety awareness

MS Office

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Prioritization

OSHA guidelines

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree preferred

Job description

place 48917 Lansing calendar_today 09.09.2026 business WIOSS Lansing LP

Join WITRON as a Maintenance Supervisor!

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for ensuring daily maintenance activities are completed through effective leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving. Acting as a front-line manager, the Team Lead will provide direct instruction and guidance to electromechanical technicians and collaborate with Production, Onsite IT, and external partners to ensure system up-time.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct all actions with and inspire among all colleagues a Safety-First mindset
• Promote compliance with all relevant company policies and government regulations including OSHA
• Lead by example through results-focused, people-centered direction, feedback, and coaching
• Serve as first point of contact for all employee relations and maintenance issues
• Execute on planned, preventive, and unscheduled maintenance activities under direction of Maintenance Manager
• Develop effective processes to maintain system performance through shift changes, high volume periods, and irregular operations in conjunction with other stakeholders
• Maintain open and transparent relationships with customer and other vendor contacts to ensure maximum system performance
• Ensure maintenance process consistency and employee development through the design and execution of uniform training and assessment programs
• Follow established escalation guidelines in the event of system downtime or irregular operations
• Manage employee schedules and daily work assignments in conjunction with other stakeholders
• Leverage detailed reporting to understand system performance and implement continuous improvement projects around preventive maintenance and system enhancements
• Coordinate with Production Team to ensure minimal system impact in the execution of planned, preventive, and ad hoc maintenance activities
• Participate and lead (as necessary) team, site, and customer meetings to ensure open, effective communications centered on collaborative efforts to meet production goals

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to coordinate and supervise a team of Electro-Mechanical technicians
• Strong understanding of automated material handling systems
• Robust experience with 480 VAC, PLC control systems, and electromechanical systems
• Practical attitude and ability to learn new skills and tasks
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks and workload
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of OSHA Safety guidelines
• Required: High school diploma with 1-3 years' experience in a maintenance supervisory role in a fast-paced warehouse, light industry, or related environment
• Preferred: Associates degree in a relevant subject with 3-5 years' experience in a maintenance supervisory role in a fast-paced warehouse, light industry, or related environment
• Familiarity with automated material handling systems strongly preferred

Salary Range: $5K-$80K

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at heights of 80-100 feet
• Ability to adapt to a warehouse environment with temperatures ranging from +34 degrees to -15 degrees
• Ability to lift and carry materials/equipment necessary to do the job
• Ability to walk/stand during a designated shift
• Lifting, pulling and pushing up to 50 pounds
• Stability - WITRON offers competitive wage and excellent benefit package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD plans along with a company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions and a profit-sharing program
• Work/Life Balance - Employees have access to a generous paid time off policy, company-paid holidays, and special leave days related to certain life events
• Growth Potential - As part of WITRON's commitment to promoting from within, individual developmental opportunities are made available through comprehensive on the job training and a tuition reimbursement program
• A Place You Want to Work - WITRON's corporate philosophy is characterized by an open-door policy, an environment of trust and empowerment, and a sincere appreciation shown to all colleagues

Join WITRON and be part of a team that's shaping the future of automation logistics!

WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/ Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.