Maintenance Supervisor

Trotter Workforce; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Overtime opportunities

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Trotter Workforce in Berks County, PA, seeks an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead a team of technicians across shifts. You will supervise scheduling, diagnose complex equipment issues, and develop PM programs to minimize downtime.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial maintenance, 2+ years supervisory, working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and PLC systems, plus OSHA/EPA compliance. Occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call support are expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory and/or experience leading a team of 7-10 people.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Experience with CMMS software and Microsoft Office.
• Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend hours and on-call emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, schedules, and manages a team of maintenance mechanics and technicians across assigned shift(s).
• Diagnoses and resolves complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.
• Develops and manages preventive maintenance (PM) programs to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Leads root cause analysis on equipment failures and implements corrective actions.
• Plans and manages maintenance-related capital and improvement projects, including budgeting, timelines, and contractor coordination.
• Maintains inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment; manages vendor relationships and purchasing.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable safety and regulatory standards.
• Conducts performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and training and development for maintenance staff.
• Partners with Production, Engineering, and EHS teams to prioritize work orders and support productiongoals.
• Maintains accurate maintenance records, work order logs, and equipment history using a CMMS.
• Participates in emergency and off-hours call outs as needed.
• Enforces plant safety programs, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and PPE requirements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

PM program development

CMMS

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

PLC familiarity

Root cause analysis

Budgeting

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Documentation

Team scheduling

Training & mentoring

Cross-functional communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Berks County, United States | Posted on 10/13/2026

Pay Rate: $70,000-$85,000 (starting range, based on experience)

Shift: 9:00am-5:30pm typical shift but must be flexible pending production needs and maintenance priorities

Job Responsibilities

• Supervises, schedules, and manages a team of maintenance mechanics and technicians across assignedshift(s).
• Diagnoses and resolves complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.
• Develops and manages preventive maintenance (PM) programs to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Leads root cause analysis on equipment failures and implements corrective actions.
• Plans and manages maintenance-related capital and improvement projects, including budgeting, timelines, and contractor coordination.
• Maintains inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment; manages vendor relationships and purchasing.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable safety and regulatory standards.
• Conducts performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and training and development for maintenance staff.
• Partners with Production, Engineering, and EHS teams to prioritize work orders and support productiongoals.
• Maintains accurate maintenance records, work order logs, and equipment history using a CMMS.
• Participates in emergency and off-hours call outs as needed.
• Enforces plant safety programs, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and PPE requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school certification preferred.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory and/or experience leading a team of 7-10 people.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Experience with CMMS software and Microsoft Office.
• Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and moving machinery.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend hours and on-call emergency response.

Technical / Mechanical

• Troubleshooting and repair of industrial mechanical systems
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems knowledge.
• (motor controls, relays, sensors).
• PLC familiarity (ability to read and interpret programs).
• Welding and fabrication basics.
• Blueprint, schematic, and technical drawing reading.
• Precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Preventive maintenance (PM) program development and execution.
• Root cause analysis and failure analysis methodology.
• Equipment installation and rebuild experience.
• Facility systems knowledge (HVAC, compressed air, boilers).
• Team scheduling and shift coverage planning.
• Performance management (reviews, coaching, disciplinary process).
• Delegation and workload balancing.
• Training and mentoring less experienced mechanics.
• Cross-shift communication and hand-off consistency.
• Sound decision-making under pressure (emergency breakdowns, production-down situations).

Project Management

• Planning and scoping capital improvement projects.
• Budget management and cost tracking.
• Vendor and contractor coordination and oversight.
• Timeline development and milestone tracking.
• Parts and inventory forecasting and procurement.
• Risk assessment for planned downtime and shutdowns.

Safety & Compliance

• OSHA general industry regulation knowledge.
• Confined space, fall protection, and other applicable safety protocols.
• Incident investigation and reporting.
• EPA and environmental compliance awareness (waste disposal, chemical handling).

Administrative / Systems

• Work order management and prioritization.
• Microsoft Office (Excel for tracking and reporting, Outlook for communication).
• Basic reporting and KPI tracking (downtime %, PM completion rate, MTTR/MTBF).
• Documentation and record-keeping accuracy.

Soft Skills

• Verbal and written communication across all levels.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Adaptability in a fast-changing production environment.
• Integrity and accountability.

Preferred

• Associate's degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Journeyman certification (electrical or mechanical).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or TPM programs.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Competitive pay, with ample opportunities for overtime.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance plans.
• Additional optional insurance plans, including pet, disability, and life plans.
• 401(k) and additional retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off.
• Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for advancement.