Maintenance Supervisor

Nationwide Technical Search; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Technical Search in Sterling, IL seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead mechanical and electrical maintenance in a manufacturing facility. The role is onsite, permanent/direct hire with full benefits. You will direct supervisors, plan preventive maintenance and shutdowns, manage KPIs, and coordinate with HR on staffing and safety. On-call 24/7; expect demanding environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting background; ability to use mechanical, electrical, and computer tools.

Responsibilities

• Direct, train, and back up maintenance Supervisors; oversee plant maintenance teams.
• Plan preventative maintenance, submit purchasing requisitions, and lead weekly and annual maintenance shutdowns.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and manage maintenance KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with HR on hiring, discipline, investigations, workplace safety/workers' compensation cases, and labor relations.
• Available for 24/7 on-call; work in extreme temperatures and dusty environments.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Management/Manufacturing

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

Sterling, IL

Onsite

Permanent/Direct Hire

Full Benefits

$90,000 - $120,000

Directs and supervises Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Supervisors and all maintenance activities within the manufacturing facility. Ensures operations run safely and cost-effectively by leading preventative maintenance, facility shutdowns, KPI management, and team leadership.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• Maintenance Leadership: Direct, train, and back up Mechanical and Electrical Supervisors; oversee plant maintenance teams and ensure compliance with safety and operational rules.
• Planning & Shutdowns: Plan preventative maintenance, submit purchasing requisitions, and lead teams during weekly and annual maintenance shutdowns.
• Budgeting & Performance: Participate in the annual budgeting process and manage maintenance KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• HR & Employee Relations: Partner with HR on hiring, discipline, investigations, workplace safety/workers' compensation cases, and labor relations.
• Work Demands: Available for 24/7 on-call response. Physical requirements include working in extreme temperatures, at heights, and in dirty/dusty mill environments; walking long distances, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Key Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; steel mill or rod mill experience preferred.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Technical Mastery: Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting background; ability to use mechanical, electrical, and computer tools.
• Leadership & Software: Proven leadership and teamwork skills; proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) with the ability to learn new software.