Maintenance Supervisor

Novonesis; New Berlin (WI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Vacation and holidays

Wellness time

Health, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a small team in a manufacturing environment, ensuring high equipment availability and safe operations. You will oversee preventive and predictive maintenance, manage work orders in CMMS, and collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and contractors to drive reliability and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates bring 4–6 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, and experience with CMMS

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supervising or leading a team for at least 2 years.
• Proficiency with CMMS and SAP for work order management and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities, resources, and equipment availability.
• Supervise and develop a maintenance team through coaching and training.
• Manage work orders, prioritization, execution, and backlog control in CMMS.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Education

High school diploma

Technical trade school diploma

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

CMMS

SAP

Job description

Interested in a career that matters?Are you passionate about driving reliability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment? Join our team as a Maintenance Supervisor , where you will play a critical role in maximizing equipment performance, ensuring production continuity, and leading maintenance excellence initiatives that support our mission.In this role, you will work closely with Operations, Engineering, and external contractors while leading a small maintenance team. Your expertise will help improve asset reliability, optimize maintenance processes, and create a safe and efficient working environment.The Role & Your ImpactAs Maintenance Supervisor, you will combine hands-on technical expertise with maintenance leadership. You will be responsible for ensuring high equipment availability, improving preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and supporting the site's continuous improvement journey.Key responsibilities include:Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities, resources, contractors, materials, and equipment availability.Supervise and develop a team of maintenance employees through coaching, training, and performance support.Manage work order planning, prioritization, execution, and backlog control through CMMS systems.Drive improvements to preventive maintenance programs and introduce predictive maintenance practices.Optimize spare parts inventory and maintenance purchasing processes using CMMS and SAP.Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing production equipment and facility systems.Monitor and improve maintenance KPIs to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.Lead plant shutdown coordination activities and support site reliability initiatives.Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including Process Safety Management activities related to ammonia systems.Partner with Engineering teams on equipment reliability improvements, change control activities, and capital improvement projects.What You'll Need to Be SuccessfulHigh school diploma, Technical Trade School diploma, or equivalent required.Associate degree or technical certification in mechanical, electrical, industrial maintenance, or a related field preferred.4-6 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience.Experience working with CMMS systems and SAP.Knowledge of maintenance planning, work order management, and inventory control processes.Experience coordinating contractors and maintenance resources.Strong organizational, project management, and prioritization skills.Ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business systems.Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.Experience applying root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.Additional Skills & Interests We ValueExperience within food, fermentation, biotechnology, or bioscience manufacturing environments.Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance technologies.Familiarity with ammonia refrigeration systems and Process Safety Management requirements.Experience supporting CAPEX projects and engineering change processes.Lean manufacturing or reliability-centered maintenance experience.Technical apprenticeship training or advanced maintenance certifications.Ways of Working / Working ConditionsThis role is split between office and production environments, with approximately 50% of time spent in each setting.Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hair nets, and respirators, is required.Exposure to manufacturing conditions including noise, humidity, dust, moving equipment, fumes, and airborne particles.Frequent standing, walking, speaking, and hearing throughout the workday.Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs with assistance.Frequent use of hands and tools to inspect, operate, and maintain equipment.Occasional use of ladders, forklifts, scissor lifts, and other maintenance equipment.Compensation & BenefitsExpected salary range: $75k to $95kBenefits you will enjoy:401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution.Minimum of 3 weeks’ vacation, 12 holidays, and 2 weeks of Wellness Time.Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance.HSA option with generous employer contribution.Employee assistance program.Parental leave.Tuition reimbursement.All benefits begin on your first day!Relevant InformationApplication Deadline: October 22, 2026Our purpose guides the wayIn Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.Opportunities for everyoneWe are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.Explore other openingsIf this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career