Maintenance Supervisor

emplify GmbH; Newport (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Profit-sharing program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

WITRON is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of electro-mechanical technicians in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will drive preventive and unscheduled maintenance, ensure safe operations, and coordinate with Production to limit downtime.

The role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration with internal and external partners. Candidates should have hands-on experience with 480 VAC and PLC systems, strong OSHA safety knowledge, and the ability to prioritize

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 1-3 years' experience in a maintenance supervisory role in a fast-paced warehouse, light industry, or related environment.
• Associates degree in a relevant subject with 3-5 years' experience in a maintenance supervisory role in a fast-paced warehouse, light industry, or related environment.
• Familiarity with automated material handling systems strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute planned, preventive, and unscheduled maintenance activities under direction of Maintenance Manager.
• Lead by example through results-focused, people-centered direction, feedback, and coaching.
• Coordinate with Production Team to minimize system impact during maintenance.
• Develop processes to maintain system performance during shift changes and high-volume periods.
• Maintain open relationships with customer and vendor contacts to ensure maximum system performance.
• Manage employee schedules and daily work assignments with stakeholders.

Skills

Team supervision

Automated material handling knowledge

480 VAC & PLC systems

Problem solving

OSHA safety knowledge

Microsoft Office

Prioritization

Learning mindset

Education

High school diploma with 1-3 years' maintenance supervisory experience

Associate degree in a relevant subject

Job description

place 48166 Newport calendar_today 27.08.2026 business WIOSS East LP

Join WITRON as a Maintenance Supervisor!

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for ensuring daily maintenance activities are completed through effective leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving. Acting as a front-line manager, the Team Lead will provide direct instruction and guidance to electromechanical technicians and collaborate with Production, Onsite IT, and external partners to ensure system up-time.

Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct all actions with and inspire among all colleagues a Safety-First mindset
• Promote compliance with all relevant company policies and government regulations including OSHA
• Lead by example through results-focused, people-centered direction, feedback, and coaching
• Serve as first point of contact for all employee relations and maintenance issues
• Execute on planned, preventive, and unscheduled maintenance activities under direction of Maintenance Manager
• Develop effective processes to maintain system performance through shift changes, high volume periods, and irregular operations in conjunction with other stakeholders
• Maintain open and transparent relationships with customer and other vendor contacts to ensure maximum system performance
• Ensure maintenance process consistency and employee development through the design and execution of uniform training and assessment programs
• Follow established escalation guidelines in the event of system downtime or irregular operations
• Manage employee schedules and daily work assignments in conjunction with other stakeholders
• Leverage detailed reporting to understand system performance and implement continuous improvement projects around preventive maintenance and system enhancements
• Coordinate with Production Team to ensure minimal system impact in the execution of planned, preventive, and ad hoc maintenance activities
• Participate and lead (as necessary) team, site, and customer meetings to ensure open, effective communications centered on collaborative efforts to meet production goals

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to coordinate and supervise a team of Electro-Mechanical technicians
• Strong understanding of automated material handling systems
• Robust experience with 480 VAC, PLC control systems, and electromechanical systems
• Practical attitude and ability to learn new skills and tasks
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks and workload
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of OSHA Safety guidelines
• Required: High school diploma with 1-3 years' experience in a maintenance supervisory role in a fast-paced warehouse, light industry, or related environment
• Preferred: Associates degree in a relevant subject with 3-5 years' experience in a maintenance supervisory role in a fast-paced warehouse, light industry, or related environment
• Familiarity with automated material handling systems strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at heights of 80-100 feet
• Ability to adapt to a warehouse environment with temperatures ranging from +34 degrees to -15 degrees
• Ability to lift and carry materials/equipment necessary to do the job
• Ability to walk/stand during a designated shift
• Lifting, pulling and pushing up to 50 pounds
• Stability - WITRON offers competitive wage and excellent benefit package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD plans along with a company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions and a profit-sharing program
• Work/Life Balance - Employees have access to a generous paid time off policy, company-paid holidays, and special leave days related to certain life events
• Growth Potential - As part of WITRON's commitment to promoting from within, individual developmental opportunities are made available through comprehensive on the job training and a tuition reimbursement program
• A Place You Want to Work - WITRON's corporate philosophy is characterized by an open-door policy, an environment of trust and empowerment, and a sincere appreciation shown to all colleagues

Join WITRON and be part of a team that's shaping the future of automation logistics!

WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/ Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.