Maintenance Supervisor

Norsk Hydro; North Liberty (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead installation, maintenance, and repair of machines and equipment in a manufacturing setting. You will direct the maintenance team, schedule activities to align with the production plan, and ensure safety and preventive maintenance practices are followed.

Strong technical skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics are required, with CMMS and Oracle proficiency desired.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in an industrial manufacturing setting, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong technical understanding across electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to learn and utilize CMMS, Oracle, and other relevant software for this role.
• Preferred knowledge of extrusion equipment and processes.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and external agencies.
• Strong leadership qualities to motivate individuals and build partnerships with operations leadership.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assist in installation, maintenance, and repair of machines, tools, and equipment.
• Schedule repairs and maintenance based on production demands.
• Oversee maintenance team and activities in adherence to the manufacturing schedule.
• Ensure preventive maintenance is completed and safety measures are followed.
• Troubleshoot, perform root-cause analysis, and repair equipment and systems.
• Develop technical capabilities of less experienced team members, as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Electrical

Mechanical

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Leadership

Tools

CMMS

Oracle

Job description

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for directing and assisting in installation, maintenance, and repair of machines, tools, and equipment. This role has responsibility in executing work priorities to team members based on production demands/needs, directs team members on scheduling repairs, maintenance and installation of machines, tools and equipment, supports product development and improvements.

What you will be doing

• Assists in the design, implementation, and modifications of preventative maintenance programs.
• Resolves maintenance problems by conferring with management, engineering, and quality as needed.
• Oversee, direct and schedule maintenance team and activities in adherence to the manufacturing schedule.
• Ensure proper preventative maintenance is completed, training is executed to team members, and safety measures are adhered to.
• Troubleshoot, perform root-cause analysis, repair, rebuild and/or replace manufacturing and facilities equipment and systems.
• Assist in developing the technical capabilities and skills of less experience team members as needed and appropriate.
• Update SOP’s and work instructions as needed.
• Complete all paperwork neatly and accurately (ie: work orders).
• Maintain proper inventory of tools, supplies, spare parts, and other equipment to perform job duties.
• Communicate and escalation serious equipment concerns to upper management in a timely manner with proposed solutions.
• Assist with maintenance best practices.
• Responsible for maximizing direct reports labor efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What will make you successful?

• Minimum of 2 years in an industrial manufacturing setting, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong technical understanding across a wide range of areas, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to learn and utilize CMMS, Oracle, and other relevant software for this role.
• Preferred knowledge of extrusion equipment and processes.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and external agencies.
• Strong leadership qualities to motivate individuals, including excellent communication, problem-solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Capacity to build partnerships with operations department leadership.
• Skills to lead a diverse team across various crafts.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [e-mail]