Maintenance Supervisor

TOMRA Collection U.S.; Town of Rotterdam (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k

Paid time off

Safe work environment

Job summary

TOMRA North America in Rotterdam, NY is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the local maintenance team and ensure safe, reliable operation of facility equipment.

You will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyors, power transmission, hydraulic balers, air systems, docks, and building infrastructure. Manage spares, troubleshoot, and uphold safety practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership in industrial/manufacturing or recycling settings.
• Ability to safely use electrical test equipment (ammeters, ohm meters, megohm meters, digital/analog).
• Fabricate/repair/install guarding on material handling equipment.
• Proficient in reading schematics/drawings.
• Knowledge of mechanical/electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic systems and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance planning; work orders/CMMS.
• OSH A safety knowledge including LOTO.
• Strong leadership and cross-shift coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership to the local maintenance team.
• Coordinate emergency repairs and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Oversee maintenance on conveyors, power transmission, hydraulic balers, air systems, docks, and building systems.
• Diagnose failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement fixes.
• Manage maintenance inventory and spare parts to reduce downtime.
• Promote safety culture and train staff on safety standards.

Education

A.S. Engineering Technology or equivalent

Welding certification

Material handling equipment operator certification

Forklift certification

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

OSHA safety knowledge

PLC and automation

Tools

Ammeters

Ohm meters

Megohm meters

PLC control systems

VFDs

Job description

TOMRA North America, is a top International Reverse Vending and Recycling Company.At Tomra transformation is at the heart of everything we do. We transform ideas & technology to create intelligent and pioneering tools to support a sustainable future.TOMRA, an international recycling company is looking to fill the role of Maintenance Supervisor at our Rotterdam, NY facility.

The Maintenance Supervisor leads local maintenance team activities to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely operation of facility equipment, machinery, and building systems. This role prioritizes preventive and corrective maintenance, responds to emergency repairs, manages parts inventory, and performs hands‑on troubleshooting and repairs of industrial equipment. The Maintenance Supervisor also promotes a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with company safety standards, conducting employee training, onboarding, and implementing processes to reduce workplace risks and equipment downtime

Pay: 80-85,000 Annually

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and work direction to local maintenance team members, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely completion of assigned tasks.

Coordinate emergency repairs and corrective maintenance activities to minimize operational downtime.

Monitor work progress and ensure maintenance activities are completed according to established timelines and quality standards.

Prioritize maintenance requests and allocate resources based on facility needs and operational requirements in alignment with management direction.

Perform and oversee preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial machinery and building to include, but not limited to:

• Conveyors (All types)
• Power transmission systems (direct, belt, and chain driven)
• Hydraulic balers
• Air compressors and associated systems
• Docks, doors, and dock levelers

Supervise and support local maintenance team in troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing mechanical components, including:

• Motors
• Gearboxes
• Rollers
• Related equipment ensuring adherence to industry best practices and maintenance standards.

Oversee maintenance and repair of facility systems, including plumbing, lighting, and building infrastructure, ensuring reliable operation and prompt resolution of issues.

Ensure the safe and effective operation of facility equipment required to support maintenance activities, including:

• Scrap Baling equipment
• Scissor/Articulating boom lift
• Bulk Material Tippers

Manage maintenance inventory and spare parts programs, maintaining appropriate stock levels to support operational needs while minimizing downtime and controlling costs.

Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and asset longevity.

Implement a risk management process to identify hazards and put controls in place to eliminate or reduce HSE risk.

Travel to other TOMRA sites as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, recycling, or material handling environment, including experience leading or supervising maintenance personnel.

Must be able to safely and effectively use the following electrical test equipment:

• Ammeters
• Ohm meters
• Megohm meters
• Both digital and analog

Must be able to fabricate, repair, and install all types of guarding on material handling equipment at the plant.

Proficient in reading schematics and drawings.

Must be able to repair and replace failed lighting circuits and components.

Strong knowledge of:

• Mechanical systems
• Electrical systems
• Pneumatic systems
• Hydraulic systems
• Automated processing systems
• PLC-controlled equipment
• Sensors
• VFDs
• Motor controls
• Automation systems

Proficiency in:

• Preventive and corrective maintenance planning
• Work order management
• CMMS systems

Ability to diagnose equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions that improve equipment reliability and uptime.

Working knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, including:

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Safe maintenance practices

Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate maintenance activities across multiple shifts and operational teams.

Heavy lifting, heavy pulling, and heavy pushing are required.

Must be able to use all types of hand tools and power tools, both portable and stationary.

EDUCATION/EXPERIANCE

• Minimum 3 years of experience leading or managing one or more employees.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the field of maintenance is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A.S. Engineering Technology or equivalent or Vocational School training in a related field.
• Welding certification.
• Prior certifications as an operator of material handling equipment (forklifts, telehandlers, loaders, etc.).
• Experience maintaining and repairing material handling equipment and powered industrial trucks (forklifts and loaders).

BENEFITS

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401k
• Generous Paid Time Off
• A positive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork