Maintenance Supervisor

Jobot; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is partnering with a global metals manufacturer in Riverdale, IA to hire a Maintenance Supervisor who will lead a skilled union maintenance team in a heavy industrial setting, maximizing equipment reliability, safety, and production performance. The role supervises electricians and mechanics, drives CI initiatives, and partners with operations and engineering to improve productivity and delivery.

A strong background in mechanical and electrical systems and a track record of safety and team

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience leading maintenance teams.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience working in manufacturing, heavy industrial, metals, paper, chemical, automotive, or similar environments.
• Ability to lead teams through planned and unplanned maintenance challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electricians and mechanics in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Coordinate and prioritize planned, preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance activities.
• Support production by minimizing downtime and improving equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues and guide teams toward effective solutions.
• Conduct safety meetings and job-specific safety reviews to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Drive root cause analysis and rapid problem-solving to eliminate recurring equipment failures.
• Manage manpower, scheduling, vacation coverage, and daily work assignments within labor agreement guidelines.
• Foster a positive relationship with union employees while maintaining accountability and performance expectations.
• Partner with operations and engineering teams to improve productivity, quality, recovery, and delivery performance.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Industrial maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Mechanical tools

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

$115000 - $130000 per year | Riverdale, IA | On-site | Permanent

Global powerhouse metals manufacturer - Lead Maintenance Operations for a World-Class Manufacturing Facility

A bit about us:

Join a leading global manufacturer known for producing innovative products and solutions that support some of the world's most essential industries, including aerospace, automotive, infrastructure, construction, and advanced manufacturing.

For more than a century, this organization has built a reputation for operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Employees have the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment where safety, technology, reliability, and employee development are top priorities.

Why join us?

• Industry-leading compensation and benefits
• Strong commitment to safety and employee development
• Advanced manufacturing environment
• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
• Stable, well-established organization with a global footprint

Job Details

Maintenance Supervisor - Heavy Industrial Manufacturing

Are you a proven maintenance leader who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment? We're partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a skilled union maintenance team responsible for maximizing equipment reliability, safety, and production performance.

This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role where you'll supervise electricians and mechanics, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in supporting operational excellence across a large-scale manufacturing operation.

What You'll Be Doing

As the Maintenance Supervisor, you'll oversee a unionized maintenance crew while providing technical leadership and hands‑on troubleshooting support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electricians and mechanics in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Coordinate and prioritize planned, preventative, predictive, and emergency maintenance activities.
• Support production by minimizing downtime and improving equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues and guide teams toward effective solutions.
• Conduct safety meetings and job‑specific safety reviews in an effort to ensure compliance with all safety standards.
• Drive root cause analysis and rapid problem‑solving efforts to eliminate recurring equipment failures.
• Manage manpower, scheduling, vacation coverage, and daily work assignments within labor agreement guidelines.
• Foster a positive relationship with union employees while maintaining accountability and performance expectations.
• Partner with operations and engineering teams to improve productivity, quality, recovery, and delivery performance
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience leading maintenance teams
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience working in manufacturing, heavy industrial, metals, paper, chemical, automotive, or similar environments
• Ability to lead teams through planned and unplanned maintenance challenges

Preferred Experience

• Union leadership experience
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement Experience
• Knowledge of labor agreements and workforce planning
• Experience supervising electricians and mechanics

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