Maintenance Supervisor

100Hires, Inc.; Rushville (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morales Professional is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our Rushville, Indiana facility to lead daily maintenance operations on the assigned shift. You will oversee preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and breakdown repairs, coordinating a team to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The role requires 5+ years in maintenance supervision within a manufacturing setting, strong leadership, and a focus on equipment reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of maintenance supervisory experience.
• Strong industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with preventive and breakdown maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.
• Ability to document downtime and conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities including preventive maintenance and breakdown repairs.
• Organize tasks and assign work to maintenance team members.
• Monitor downtime and ensure RCA documentation is completed.
• Review overtime needs and coordinate staffing for coverage.
• Communicate with operations and management about equipment issues and status.
• Maintain a clean and safe maintenance area and ensure proper work signatures.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Industrial maintenance

Safety compliance

Union collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Maintenance SupervisorLocation: Rushville, IndianaPay: Up to $75,000 + OvertimeJob Type: Full-TimeOur client is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead day-to-day maintenance operations at a manufacturing facility in Rushville, Indiana. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional who understands industrial equipment, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, breakdown repair, and team leadership.The Maintenance Supervisor will oversee maintenance activities across the assigned shift, coordinate daily work assignments, support production operations, and ensure maintenance work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.If you're an experienced maintenance leader who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, developing maintenance teams, improving reliability, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.About the CompanyOur client is an established manufacturing organization operating in a demanding industrial environment. The company places a strong emphasis on safety, quality, equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.The Maintenance Supervisor will play an important role in keeping facility and production equipment operating reliably while providing leadership and direction to the maintenance team.What You'll DoAs a Maintenance Supervisor, you'll oversee the daily activities of the maintenance department and provide leadership to maintenance team members on your assigned shift.Your responsibilities will include:Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities, including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, breakdown repairs, and other assigned maintenance work.Organize daily and weekly maintenance tasks and assign work to maintenance team members.Ensure maintenance employees have clearly defined assignments and understand the location and status of team members throughout the shift.Review overtime needs and coordinate staffing to ensure appropriate maintenance coverage.Communicate with operations, management, and other maintenance shifts regarding equipment issues, work completed, and outstanding work.Complete daily reports and provide end-of-shift communication regarding maintenance activities and equipment status.Monitor equipment downtime and ensure appropriate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) documentation is completed for significant downtime events.Coordinate the transition of ongoing RCA investigations between shifts when downtime extends across multiple shifts.Ensure work orders and preventive maintenance assignments are completed accurately and returned at the end of each shift.Review completed maintenance work to ensure the job was properly performed and the work area has been cleaned.Monitor the completion of weekend maintenance work and update maintenance work lists and boards.Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance processes, safety, and overall plant performance.Respond to major equipment breakdowns and provide leadership and direction to the maintenance team during critical repairs.Document safety, environmental, quality, attendance, and performance issues and communicate them to appropriate management.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance shop and work environment.Maintain familiarity with the maintenance storeroom, including parts locations, inventory, and equipment throughout the storeroom.Conduct regular storeroom walkthroughs to ensure familiarity with available maintenance parts and supplies.Work collaboratively with operations, management, and maintenance personnel to minimize equipment downtime.Maintain a professional working relationship with the union and follow applicable terms of the collective bargaining agreement.Follow all company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and environmental standards.Perform other duties as assigned.What We're Looking ForAssociate degree in a related technical field preferred/required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.5+ years of experience in a maintenance supervisory or leadership role.Strong industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.Knowledge of industrial maintenance practices, equipment, and machinery.Experience with preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and equipment troubleshooting.Experience leading, directing, and coordinating maintenance personnel.Strong understanding of workplace safety and maintenance-related safety practices.Experience working in a foundry or similarly heavy industrial manufacturing environment preferred.Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple maintenance needs.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to work effectively with maintenance, production, operations, and management teams.Ability to analyze equipment problems and identify appropriate corrective actions.Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Ability to accurately document maintenance activities, downtime, and completed work.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Willingness to work overtime when necessary, including during major equipment breakdowns or scheduled shutdowns.Leadership & Shift ExpectationsSupervisors are expected to report approximately 30 minutes before the maintenance team to review assignments and communicate with the outgoing shift.Ensure maintenance employees are assigned work and actively working on their designated tasks shortly after the start of the shift.Coordinate staffing and overtime needs to maintain appropriate maintenance coverage.Communicate effectively with the incoming and outgoing maintenance supervisors to ensure a smooth shift transition.Supervisor overtime must generally be approved by the appropriate management team, with exceptions for required start/end-of-shift responsibilities and major breakdown situations.Safety & QualitySafety and quality are key responsibilities of this position. The Maintenance Supervisor will be expected to:Promote a safe and healthy work environment.Ensure maintenance personnel follow company safety policies and procedures.Maintain a clean and organized maintenance area.Address and report safety, environmental, quality, and employee-related issues appropriately.Ensure maintenance work is completed accurately and safely before signing off on completed work.Promote continuous improvement in maintenance, safety, equipment reliability, and plant operations.What We OfferCompetitive Pay: Up to $75,000 + OvertimeFull-Time EmploymentOpportunity to lead a skilled industrial maintenance teamWork in an established manufacturing environmentOpportunity to contribute to equipment reliability and continuous improvementMorales Professional:At Morales Professional, we believe careers are more than jobs—they are opportunities to build better futures. As part of Morales Group, an award-winning staffing and talent solutions organization, we are committed to connecting exceptional people with organizations where they can grow, contribute, and thrive.If you're looking for a company that values integrity, collaboration, continuous improvement, and people-first leadership, we'd love to hear from you.Morales Professional is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.