Maintenance Supervisor

NextGenEnergyJobs; Nevada, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and coordinate maintenance activities across our full-scale production facility. The role focuses on safety, reliability, and cost-effective operation of manufacturing equipment.

The successful candidate will manage a team of technicians, enforce safety policies, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance practices. Working knowledge of NEC/NFPA 70E and mechanical/electrical systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a maintenance leadership role within an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting with complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Electrical trade experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance activities with safety, environmental compliance, and operational discipline.
• Enforce compliance with safety policies and regulatory requirements (electrical safety, lockout/tagout, etc.).
• Promote a safety culture by identifying hazards and reinforcing safe behaviors.
• Lead, coach, and supervise maintenance technicians with clear direction and accountability.
• Develop team capability through coaching and reinforcement of standard work practices.
• Facilitate effective shift handoffs to maintain priorities and continuity.
• Ensure equipment reliability to maximize production uptime and minimize downtime.
• Plan, prioritize, and execute corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance.
• Establish and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs to extend asset life.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication

Continuous improvement

Team coaching

Decision making

Report writing

Job description

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of manufacturing equipment across full scale production facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all maintenance activities with a strong commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and operational discipline.
• Enforce compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including electrical safety, lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and energized work practices.
• Promote a strong safety culture by identifying hazards, addressing unsafe conditions, and reinforcing safe behaviors across the maintenance team.
• Lead, coach, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing clear direction, support, and accountability.
• Develop team capability through the job coaching, mentoring, and reinforcement of standard work practices.
• Facilitate effective communication and work handoff between shifts to ensure continuity of maintenance activities and priorities.
• Ensure equipment reliability to maximize production uptime and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Plan, prioritize, and execute corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities.
• Establish, execute, and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs to optimize asset performance and extend equipment life.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting experience with complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Electrical trade experience is an asset.
• Working knowledge of NEC codes and NFPA 70E electrical safety practices.
• Welding experience is highly recommended.
• Previous experience working with motors, pumps, and rotating equipment is an asset.
• Proficiency in electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting using schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to make independent decisions and manage emergency situations calmly and effectively.
• Strong written communication skills, including report writing, business correspondence, and development of standard work procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a focus on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Passion for sustainability, environmental responsibility, and building a safer, more reliable operation.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including prolonged standing (over 80% of the shift) and lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Ability to complete required respiratory fit testing and medical evaluation and work a full shift while wearing required PPE, including full-face respirators, SCBA or supplied-air systems, Tyvek suits, and PAPRs, as required for the role
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights, including climbing ladders and stairs
• Ability to operate and perform maintenance on equipment such as forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other specialized machinery