Maintenance Supervisor

James Hardie; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus eligibility

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of 15 maintenance professionals in a 24/7 PVC extrusion operation. You will drive preventive maintenance, improve equipment reliability, and coach technicians on the plant floor.

Reporting to the Sr. Maintenance Manager, you will balance hands‑on supervision with planning, ensure safety with Lockout/Tagout practices, and contribute to continuous improvement while aligning with our zero harm culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7+ years of maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to coach, develop and hold maintenance technicians accountable while working on the floor.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with extrusion, plastics, continuous‑process manufacturing or similar equipment is highly desirable.
• Strong safety mindset with experience around LOTO and energy-control procedures.
• Ability to balance hands-on maintenance support with planning, organization and leadership responsibilities.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a team of approximately 15–16 maintenance professionals supporting a 24/7 operation.
• Champion safe maintenance practices, including energy control and Lockout/Tagout, while setting the standard for safe behavior on the floor.
• Serve as a hands-on working supervisor, spending the majority of your time on the plant floor supporting technicians and maintenance activities.
• Drive preventive maintenance, equipment reliability and downtime reduction across the facility’s extrusion operations.
• Help troubleshoot equipment issues, prioritize maintenance work and ensure scheduled and unscheduled maintenance is completed effectively.
• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability as the operation prepares for additional manufacturing capacity.

Skills

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Equipment troubleshooting

Strong communication

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial equipment knowledge

Job description

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.

Summary

Reporting to the Sr. Maintenance Manager, The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible to supervise maintenance personnel within the plant, maintains PM program scheduling, maintain spare parts inventory and needs, order department supplies, approve timesheets, schedule overtime as well as shift work, participate in 5S and Kaizen initiatives, and assist in other tasks as needed. Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor who enjoys leading people but also wants to stay connected to the work happening on the plant floor. This is a hands‑on leadership role supporting a 24/7 PVC extrusion operation. You’ll lead a team of approximately 15 maintenance professionals, help drive preventive maintenance and equipment reliability, and coach and develop the team. The expectation is a true working supervisor, with roughly 80% of the role spent on the plant floor rather than behind a desk.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach and develop a team of approximately 15–16 maintenance professionals supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
• Champion safe maintenance practices, including energy control and Lockout/Tagout, while setting the standard for safe behavior on the floor.
• Serve as a hands‑on working supervisor, spending the majority of your time on the plant floor supporting technicians and maintenance activities.
• Drive preventive maintenance, equipment reliability and downtime reduction across the facility’s extrusion operations.
• Help troubleshoot equipment issues, prioritize maintenance work and ensure scheduled and unscheduled maintenance is completed effectively.
• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability as the operation prepares for additional manufacturing capacity.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7+ years of maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role within a manufacturing/production environment.
• A leader who can coach, develop and hold maintenance technicians accountable while remaining comfortable working alongside the team on the floor.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment, preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with extrusion, plastics, continuous‑process manufacturing or similar industrial equipment is highly desirable.
• Strong safety mindset with experience around LOTO and energy‑control procedures.
• Ability to balance hands‑on maintenance support with the planning, organization and administrative responsibilities of leading a maintenance team.
• Strong communication, organization and problem‑solving skills.

What You’ll Receive

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $115,000 to $125,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

• Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
• Insurance: health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) with match
• Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
• Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie

This role is an opportunity to join the AZEK Group, LLC, a part of the James Hardie Building Products family of companies, where you’ll contribute to a culture driven by growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.