Maintenance Supervisor

Forte Opening S; Town of Birchwood (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunity

Four-day work week

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Wellness credit

401(k) match

Parental leave

Vacation accruals

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Birchwood, WI is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of technicians and coordinate preventive/corrective maintenance. The role focuses on reliability, uptime, and safety to meet production goals in a manufacturing setting.

You will work with the Production Manager to ensure compliance with EHS regulations and drive equipment performance improvements. A strong background in electrical, mechanical, and PLC systems is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree/certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, or Mechanical fields preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of maintenance technicians, mechanics, and electricians.
• Schedule, assign, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and coordinate timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all work complies with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, NFPA, etc.).
• Oversee spare parts inventory, vendors, and contractors as needed.
• Implement and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, inspections, and equipment history using CMMS software.
• Support capital projects, new equipment installations, and plant upgrades.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to maintenance staff.
• Monitor and report on departmental KPIs (downtime, maintenance costs, PM completion rates).
• Accomplishes staff results by communicating job goals and expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Electrical systems

PLC systems

CMMS

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification preferred

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Birchwood, WI

Shift: 1st, Tue-Fri 5:00am-3:30pm

Build Your Future with Forte Opening Solutions

At Forte Opening Solutions, we don't just manufacture doors; we create pathways to possibilities. We empower our employees to shape the future of our industry. Join a team where craftsmanship meets cutting-edge technology, and where your ideas can open new doors. Together, we build not just products, but a culture of excellence, innovation, safety, and collaboration. forteopenings.com

What You'll Do

You will work closely with the Production Manager to provide services to the maintenance group and assist them in meeting the operating plan goals and objectives, as well as provide information and training to comply with all EHS rules and regulations. In this role, you will perform various problem-solving analyses in the areas of cost, manpower utilization and repetitive maintenance problems as required. By providing equipment reliability to produce acceptable quantity and quality of product you will be responsible for eliminating downtime where possible while maintaining high standards of safety and housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of maintenance technicians, mechanics, and electricians.
• Schedule, assign, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and coordinate timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all work complies with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, NFPA, etc.).
• Oversee spare parts inventory, vendors, and contractors as needed.
• Implement and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, inspections, and equipment history using CMMS software.
• Support capital projects, new equipment installations, and plant upgrades.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to maintenance staff.
• Monitor and report on departmental KPIs (downtime, maintenance costs, PM completion rates).
• Accomplishes staff results by communicating job goals and expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures

Who We're Looking For

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC systems.
• Proficiency with CMMS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree/certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, or Mechanical fields preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Climb and use ladders (Ability To Work In High Areas Comfortably Using Aerial Platforms), carry or maneuver 50+ pounds
• Twist, bend, stoop, or stand for long periods of time
• Have manual dexterity and excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Why Join Forte

• Competitive pay plus bonus opportunity!
• Four-day work week-no weekends or overnights!
• Career growth and advancement opportunities- promote from within culture
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance-HSA & PPO plans
• $70 monthly wellness credit ($35 per pay period) toward health insurance premiums just for getting annual physicals
• Company paid STD/LTD and life insurance
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid parental leave
• Vacation accruals with increases for tenure
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Forte Opening Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable law.