Maintenance Supervisor

The Judge Group; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for the Suffolk, VA area on a 3rd shift (12-hour) schedule. The role involves coordinating maintenance activities, managing TPM and PM programs, and driving safe, reliable plant operations with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in industrial settings, strong CMMS skills, and the ability to lead a team through complex maintenance tasks and capital projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years supervisory experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Experience with TPM, preventive maintenance, and reliability programs.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and managing maintenance work orders.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities for maintenance staff and technicians.
• Develop and oversee maintenance schedules and preventive tasks.
• Minimize downtime by addressing priorities and reliability issues.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to support plant performance.
• Communicate updates and timelines to stakeholders; support continuous improvement.
• Coach and develop maintenance personnel; promote safety and accountability.
• Maintain preventive maintenance programs and analyze equipment issues.
• Prepare maintenance reports and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

CMMS proficiency

Preventive maintenance

TPM

Electrical & mechanical systems

PLC/HMI knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Shift supervision

Tools

CMMS

Power BI

Job description

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Suffolk, VA area!

This is a THIRD shift role with a 2, 2, 3 schedule of 12’s

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily activities for Maintenance Mechanics and Instrument Technicians, ensuring accurate work order, labor, and parts tracking in the CMMS.
• Develop and oversee maintenance schedules to support timely repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance completion.
• Minimize equipment downtime by proactively addressing maintenance priorities and reliability issues.
• Partner with Operations, Production, and Facilities teams to prioritize maintenance activities and support plant performance.
• Communicate maintenance updates, timelines, and operational impacts while supporting continuous improvement efforts.
• Establish team goals, priorities, and performance expectations to drive safe and efficient operations.
• Ensure quality execution of maintenance work, adherence to standard procedures, and timely response to unplanned equipment issues.
• Train, mentor, and develop maintenance personnel while promoting a strong culture of safety and accountability.
• Maintain preventive maintenance programs and analyze equipment issues to recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering on capital projects, equipment upgrades, and replacement initiatives.
• Prepare maintenance reports and operational metrics to support performance tracking and decision-making.
• Foster strong cross-functional partnerships with Production, Quality, Safety, and Engineering teams to improve plant reliability and efficiency.

Requirements:

• 3+ years supervisory experience in industrial manufacturing experience
• Proficiency with CMMS systems, including creating, managing, and closing maintenance work orders.
• Experience with TPM, preventive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance programs.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and automation systems, including PLCs and HMIs.
• Understanding of food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including rotating shift schedules.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications; Power BI experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple initiatives.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, coach, mentor, and develop teams.
• Ability to influence, collaborate, and drive results through effective communication and delegation.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and support hands‑on troubleshooting when needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.

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Comprehensive benefits package including (but not limited to) health, dental, vision and 401k