Maintenance Supervisor

Dana Corp; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance department at its Louisville-area facility. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and hands-on expertise in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, with emphasis on PLC troubleshooting and CMMS use.

The Maintenance Supervisor will manage schedules, oversee planned and unplanned maintenance, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and ensure safe, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 5+ years verifiable maintenance experience required.
• Preference for CMMS experience and PLC troubleshooting skills.
• Overtime and travel may be required on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Direct the efforts of the Maintenance department.
• Maintain a work schedule with all shifts and personal contact.
• Troubleshoot PLC control programs and electrical schematics.
• Repair and install pneumatic and hydraulic components and systems.
• Operate forklifts and rig heavy equipment as needed.
• Learn and maintain CMMS for maintenance workflows.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Welding and fabrication

Forklift operation

CMMS proficiency

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering or Engineering Technology

5 years verifiable maintenance experience (in lieu of formal education)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets - passenger vehicle and commercial truck - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Supervisor must have excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as leadership capability. This role will be responsible for directing the efforts of the Maintenance department

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a work schedule that includes time for personal contact and communication with all shifts.
• Proficient in the use of PLC (programmable logic controllers). This includes troubleshooting, programming and documentation of PLC control programs. Proficiency required with Modican, Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC's.
• Interpret electrical schematics and troubleshoot wiring circuits.
• Capable of troubleshooting hard-wired relay logic machine control panels. This includes field repairs, i.e., replacing existing components and wiring.
• Working knowledge and experience with 24, 115, 277 and 480 Bolt 3 phase electrical systems. This would include electrical distribution systems consisting of buss and switchgear equipment.
• Ability to install addition conduit, both flex and hard, to existing equipment and building systems. This would include the correct bending of hard conduit and pulling of wire through the conduit.
• Ability to remove, repair and install pneumatic and hydraulic components to include valves, cylinders, pumps, hoists, and motors.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of wire and stick welders, as well as cutting torches.
• Operate forklifts-up to 30-ton capacity.
• Experience rigging, move and install equipment within the facility. This would include the capability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Must be willing to learn to use and maintain a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Ability to determine proper pipe sizes, thread pipe and properly install.
• Ability to bend and install hydraulic tubing properly
• Experience troubleshooting machine malfunctions to include electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Education and Qualifications

• Associates degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering or Engineering Technology plus 2 years of verifiable work.
• In lieu of formal education-a minimum of 5 years of verifiable work plus training seminars in the above-defined categories will be considered.
• Prior experience with a CMMS would be preferred

Must be willing to work overtime as required on short notice during the week and weekends as scheduled.

Must be able to travel for training. This would include overnight stays, possibly up to a week at a time.

Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office. This includes MS-Excel and MS-Word. Experience in MS-Access, MS-Project and MS-PowerPoint would be beneficial.

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.