This position is based entirely on-site at our battery assembly plant. We are offering a 12-month contract term, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role or extending the assignment. Compensation is set between $47 and $52 per hour, and the package includes paid time off, holiday pay, and access to optional benefits. We are currently looking to fill two positions, with one supervisor assigned to each shift.
Shift Schedule
- 1st Shift: Monday through Friday, 5:45 AM to 2:15 PM.
- 2nd Shift: Monday through Friday, 1:45 PM to 10:15 PM.
- Overtime: Expect roughly 5 hours of extra work weekly; supervisors must arrive 30 minutes early and stay 30 minutes late to facilitate shift handovers.
- Weekends: Flexibility to work weekends is required based on current production needs.
- Travel: No travel is necessary for this role.
- Work Environment: Your time will be split, with 80% of duties on the production floor and 20% in an office setting.
About the Position
We are searching for a skilled Maintenance Supervisor to manage technical maintenance operations within our high-tech automotive battery manufacturing facility. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of UAW-represented electricians and mechanics, managing repair schedules, and aligning maintenance resources with our production goals. The ideal candidate will possess significant industrial maintenance expertise and the technical troubleshooting abilities needed to lead teams in a fast-paced environment that utilizes over 100 industrial robots to support advanced battery production.
Primary Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of our hourly skilled-trades staff, including both mechanics and electricians.
- Prioritize maintenance tasks and assign personnel to ensure equipment repairs align with production schedules.
- Collaborate with production management to help reduce equipment downtime and improve overall operational efficiency.
- Lead systematic root-cause analysis and troubleshooting to resolve equipment failures and implement lasting solutions.
- Manage the balance between urgent repairs and preventive maintenance to boost equipment reliability and support continuous improvement.
- Utilize CMMS software to organize maintenance tasks, monitor work orders, and ensure documentation is accurate.
- Work with warehouse teams to manage the availability of necessary tools, parts, and maintenance supplies.
- Ensure that skilled-trades staff are properly deployed to support production, repairs, and improvement projects.
- Promote a culture of safety by enforcing industrial standards and established maintenance protocols.
- Work alongside engineering and production departments to resolve technical challenges and enhance manufacturing performance.
- Provide ongoing coaching and technical guidance to support the professional development of your maintenance team.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 10 years of professional experience in skilled trades, industrial maintenance, or related manufacturing fields.
- Completion of formal technical training or equivalent hands‑on experience in the trades.
- Proven background in supervising industrial maintenance teams, such as electricians and mechanics.
- Deep understanding of industrial maintenance operations and automated manufacturing systems.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex equipment problems through root‑cause analysis and troubleshooting.
- Proficiency in maintenance planning and the use of CMMS platforms.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, process‑control systems, and industrial safety regulations.
- Ability to effectively manage resources and prioritize tasks within a dynamic production environment.
- Strong communication and leadership skills to foster collaboration across maintenance and production teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in a technical field like Industrial Maintenance or Engineering.
- Experience in a supervisory capacity within battery assembly or automotive manufacturing.
- Background working with unionized or UAW-represented skilled‑trades personnel.
- Familiarity with industrial robotics and highly automated production environments.
- Experience in optimizing maintenance operations or driving improvements in equipment reliability.
Assignment Overview
This is a 12-month contract position. Extensions or transitions to direct-hire status depend on individual performance, business needs, production requirements, and funding availability. While direct-hire opportunities may arise, they are not guaranteed.
- Leadership and people management.
- Electrical troubleshooting.
- Coaching and mentoring staff.
- Maintenance and repair expertise.
- Industrial electrical knowledge.
- Hydraulic systems and components.
- Equipment diagnostics and troubleshooting.
- Scheduling and resource planning.
- Equipment installation and wiring.
- Equipment repair and maintenance.
- Automotive manufacturing systems.
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