Maintenance Supervisor

Fox Point Recruitment LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Point Recruitment LLC is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for a 24/7 manufacturing facility in Washington. The role involves hands-on oversight of a team of 12–20 technicians, coordinating preventive maintenance, and ensuring safe, reliable operations.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational and planning skills, plus excellent communication and collaboration with multiple departments. Prior supervision experience in manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher-related field is preferred.
• Experience supervising a maintenance team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Strong problem-solving and multi-priority management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a multi-craft maintenance team (12–20 technicians).
• Oversee work orders and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics.
• Use CMMS to prioritize and document work orders.
• Track timekeeping and attendance for shift coverage.
• Conduct safety and process training sessions.
• Maximize equipment availability and reliability.
• Respond to emergencies and unplanned breakdowns.

Skills

Team leadership

Planning

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Reading technical drawings

Troubleshooting electrical & hydraul/p

Reading blueprints

Education

Undergraduate in Engineering Technology/Electrical Techniques

1–2 years manufacturing experience

5+ years hands-on maintenance experience

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Robots, AC/DC drives

Job description

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the hands-on oversight of a maintenance team that safely and efficiently supports a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role involves supervising a team of 12-20 Maintenance Technicians. The Ideal candidate will have a strong organizational, planning and communication skills and will be highly collaborative in working with various departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of multi-craft mechanics, including Shift Mechanics.


• Oversee the completion of all work orders and predictive and/or preventative maintenance needs and schedules.


• Identify, modify, adjust, and repair mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic parts or equipment.


• Read and interpret technical drawings or diagrams, including blueprints, schematics, and mechanical renditions.


• Utilize various power and hand tools, as well as measuring and gauging equipment, correctly and safely.


• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to identify and prioritize work orders, generate work orders, and ensure comprehensive documentation.


• Track employee work time, including maintaining timecards, attendance records, and managing time off requests to ensure adequate shift coverage.


• Conduct training sessions on safety, processes, quality, human resources, and company policies.


• Actively discuss staff-related challenges with the Maintenance Manager.


• Maximize equipment availability and reliability through the most effective use of the maintenance team.


• Ensure all work responsibilities are completed safely, efficiently, and effectively to achieve maximum reliability and minimize the need for "call backs."


• Manage and respond to emergencies or unplanned breakdowns quickly and effectively.


• Proven experience in supervising a maintenance team in a manufacturing environment.


• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and diagrams.


• Strong general math skills, including proficiency with fractions and decimals.


• Excellent organizational, planning, and communication skills.

Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Troubleshooting Experience with Electrical & mechanical equipment, PLC systems, Robots, AC drives, DC drives, motion control, HMI interface, motor control, safety sensor and relays.


• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Systems (CMMS).


• Demonstrates electro-mechanical skills and the ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, return to service and maintain a variety of manufacturing and peripheral equipment.

Education and/or Experience

• Undergraduate in Engineering Technology, Electrical Techniques or related subject.


• 1-2 years of experience with strong problem-solving skills preferably homed in a fast-paced manufacturing/industrial environment with multiple priorities


• 5+ years of hands-on experience working on and with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic manufacturing systems.