Maintenance Supervisor

BrainWorks; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BrainWorks is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a union maintenance team on the 3rd shift (11P–7:30A, Sunday night through Friday morning) at a high-speed manufacturing operation in Orangeburg, NY. The role focuses on equipment reliability, minimal downtime, preventive maintenance, and hands-on troubleshooting.

You will coach technicians, manage work orders and parts, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and partner with Production to meet schedules and continuous improvement goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of hands-on maintenance of high-speed production or packaging equipment.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• PLC experience and bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of maintenance technicians and operators on the assigned shift.
• Coordinate maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and support production schedules.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, troubleshooting, and changeover readiness.
• Monitor equipment performance and collaborate with Production to resolve issues and improve efficiency.
• Ensure maintenance work orders, documentation, and shift handoffs are accurate.
• Manage parts inventory, maintenance planning, and equipment readiness.
• Coach, train, and evaluate team members while promoting a safe, accountable, and collaborative work environment.
• Support hiring, onboarding, employee development, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Provide overtime and weekend coverage as needed to support production requirements.

Skills

PLC experience

Spanish bilingual

Mechanical troubleshooting

Leadership / supervisory

Preventive maintenance

Team coaching

Education

College degree or technical certification

Job description

This is for 3rd Shift – 11P-7:30 AM (Sunday night through Friday morning)

Our client, a leading manufacturer in a regulated industry, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a union maintenance team supporting a high-speed manufacturing operation. This role is responsible for ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting production through effective maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of maintenance technicians and operators on an assigned shift.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and support production schedules.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, troubleshooting, and changeover readiness.
• Monitor equipment performance and partner with Production to resolve technical issues and improve efficiency.
• Ensure maintenance work orders, documentation, and shift handoffs are completed accurately.
• Manage parts inventory, maintenance planning, and equipment readiness.
• Coach, train, and evaluate team members while promoting a safe, accountable, and collaborative work environment.
• Support hiring, onboarding, employee development, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Provide overtime and weekend coverage as needed to support production requirements.

Qualifications

• College degree, technical certification, trade school, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience maintaining high‑speed production or packaging equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• PLC experience and bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, improve equipment reliability, and drive continuous improvement.

Location: Orangeburg,NY