Maintenance Supervisor

Foundation Recruiting and Consulting

New Brunswick (NJ)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Life insurance and long-term disability

Job summary

A family-owned medical linen company in New Brunsick seeks a Principal Technical Recruiter and Executive Search Consultant for a hands-on maintenance supervisor role. Candidates must have strong problem-solving skills, supervisory experience, and the ability to operate in high-pressure environments. The position offers competitive compensation, including a base pay range of $85,000 to $105,000 per year with additional bonuses. Ideal candidates see growth potential in a stable industry, focusing on industrial processing equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

Able to work 1st or 3rd shift.
Willingness to obtain and maintain necessary licensing.
Comfortable with background check.

Responsibilities

Supervise all maintenance department functions.
Guide the maintenance team in diagnostic troubleshooting.
Ensure quality of repairs and monitor building maintenance.

Skills

Experience maintaining industrial processing equipment

Supervisory experience

Knowledge of electrical wiring and pneumatic systems

Experience with 480V systems

Proficient use of basic hand tools

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Job description

Job Summary

Principal Technical Recruiter and Executive Search Consultant at a fourth‑generation, family‑owned medical linen and uniform rental company. The role is a highly visible maintenance supervisor in a large, state‑of‑the‑art industrial plant in New Brunswick, NJ.

Compensation

Base pay range: $85,000 - $105,000 per year
Additional compensation: Annual bonus (5% target bonus)

Location

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Hours & Shifts

1st Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM ($85‑90k + 5% target bonus)
3rd Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 10:30 PM–7:30 AM ($90‑100k + 5% target bonus)

Requirements

Able to work 1st or 3rd shift.
Strong experience maintaining and repairing industrial processing equipment.
Supervisory experience with a team of mechanics and porters.
Knowledge of industrial systems (electrical wiring, pneumatic, steam, water, hydraulics, building maintenance).
Experience with 480V/high‑voltage systems.
Proficient use of basic hand tools safely.
Ability to respond urgently in a time‑sensitive environment.
Willingness to obtain and maintain necessary licensing (e.g., boiler license).
Comfortable with background check.
Sees long‑term advancement potential; new plants opening every 3 years.

Soft Skills

Strong problem‑solver with hands‑on leadership.
Thrives in fast‑paced industrial environment.
Demonstrated growth and upward progression.
High accountability, strong work ethic, leads by example.
Prefers candidates with leadership potential for internal promotion.

Responsibilities

This highly visible position requires supervising all maintenance department functions, including personnel, machinery repair, preventive maintenance, and building upkeep. The role is hands‑on and demands readiness to take full responsibility in the manager’s absence.

Reports to the Maintenance Manager.
Oversees 11 mechanics and 6 porters.
Maintains preventive maintenance programs.
Guides the maintenance team in diagnostic troubleshooting.
Monitors quality of repairs.
Oversees building and physical plant repair issues.
Maintains porter schedule to maximize cleaning effectiveness.
Adheres to safety programs.

Company Info

With over 100 years of experience, the company specializes in medical linen and uniform rental for healthcare facilities, operating large industrial plants in New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Boston.

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