Maintenance Supervisor

Thermo--kool; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo--kool in Laurel, MS is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and coordinate maintenance activities for safe, efficient operation of the facility.

You will direct daily maintenance, oversee preventive maintenance, set priorities with plant leadership, maintain records, and support projects across Production, Engineering, and other departments. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude and prior supervisory experience, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lead maintenance personnel and coordinate across departments.
• Commitment to safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Directing and coordinating the daily activities of maintenance personnel.
• Performing and overseeing general and preventive maintenance of property, facilities, and equipment.
• Maintaining and improving the Preventive Maintenance Program.
• Establishing maintenance priorities with plant leadership and production needs.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance logs and records.
• Supporting special projects and production trials.
• Communicating procedures to maintenance personnel and plant employees.
• Ensuring vehicles are maintained and logs kept current.
• Providing maintenance updates in production meetings and collaborating across departments.
• Keeping leadership informed of activities, priorities, and concerns.
• Managing maintenance resources to minimize overtime and maintain a safe environment.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Leadership experience

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Time-management

Cross-department collaboration

Recordkeeping

Safety awareness

Job description

Description

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating maintenance activities to support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the facility.

Responsibilities include:

• Directing and coordinating the daily activities of maintenance personnel.


• Performing and overseeing general and preventive maintenance of company property, facilities, and equipment.


• Maintaining, reviewing, and recommending improvements to the company's Preventive Maintenance Program.


• Establishing maintenance priorities in coordination with plant leadership and production needs.


• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date departmental logs and maintenance records.


• Supporting special projects, including first article tooling, special items, and production trial runs.


• Communicating established procedures and instructions to maintenance personnel and designated plant employees.


• Ensuring company vehicles are properly maintained and required vehicle logs are kept current.


• Participating in production meetings and providing maintenance updates, recommendations, and input.


• Working collaboratively with Production, Engineering, and other departments to support operational needs.


• Keeping plant leadership informed of maintenance activities, priorities, and facility concerns.


• Managing maintenance activities and resources efficiently while minimizing unnecessary overtime.


• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment and setting a positive example for employees.


• Performing other related duties as necessary to support facility operations.

Requirements

Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred. Previous supervisory or leadership experience is also preferred. The successful candidate should possess strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively lead and provide direction to maintenance personnel.

The position requires the ability to organize and prioritize multiple maintenance needs, adapt to changing production demands, and communicate effectively with employees and leadership across multiple departments. Candidates should be dependable, organized, capable of maintaining accurate records and documentation, and committed to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience


• Supervisory or leadership experience


• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills


• Effective leadership and communication skills


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance needs


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities


• Ability to work effectively across departments


• Accurate recordkeeping and documentation skills


• Commitment to workplace safety and efficient operations