Maintenance Supervisor – 1st & 2nd shifts

Software Placement Group, SPG; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Software Placement Group, SPG is recruiting a Maintenance Supervisor for a large Denison, IA manufacturing facility to lead 1st and 2nd shift maintenance teams, oversee preventive maintenance, and drive equipment reliability across the plant.

You will train leads, develop KPI reports, ensure USDA compliance, and collaborate with Production to minimize downtime while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role offers a competitive salary of $80K–$100K plus bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent.
• Experience leading training, coaching, or mentoring staff.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians on predictive and preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Train employees on proper methods and safety procedures.
• Supervise maintenance systems, processes, and documentation for high performance.
• Coordinate maintenance scheduling with Production to address repairs.
• Develop and implement maintenance systems (PM, PdM, TPM, SOPs, Safety).
• Provide long-term and day-to-day support for troubleshooting and failures.
• Develop and maintain KPIs and report status to management.
• Ensure compliance with USDA regulations and accurate records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Planning

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Denison, Iowa | Schedule: Full-time, on-site, 1st & 2nd shifts | Compensation: $80K – 100K plus bonus

Overview

A large-scale manufacturing facility is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead its maintenance operations across 1st and 2nd shifts. In this role, you will oversee the installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of critical equipment throughout the plant, facilities, utilities, and powerhouse, ensuring smooth operations and maximizing production efficiency. Your leadership will keep equipment running at peak performance, directly supporting the facility's overall success.

What you'll do

• Lead teams of Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians in predictive and preventative maintenance, as well as machine repairs
• Train employees on proper work methods and safety procedures
• Supervise and support maintenance systems, processes, and documentation to ensure high performance
• Ensure maintenance is scheduled timely and in collaboration with Production to address equipment and facility repairs
• Develop and implement effective maintenance systems (Preventive and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, SOPs, Safety, etc.)
• Provide long-term solutions and day-to-day support for troubleshooting, problem analysis, and equipment failures
• Develop and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for tracking maintenance performance (e.g., supplier performance, contractor performance, equipment reliability, overall equipment effectiveness) and provide regular status reports to the maintenance management team
• Ensure maintenance tasks comply with USDA regulations and maintain accurate records of maintenance work performed and inventory
• Drive a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching, or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project
• Able to lead problem-solving and troubleshooting efforts associated with high-level process issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• May be required to work long hours and weekends
• Good planning and priority setting skills
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

Preferred qualifications

• Advanced technical skills in ammonia refrigeration, high pressure boiler, compressed air, mechanical and electrical fields (e.g., PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering, etc.) are a plus
• Able to lead resource planning efforts in a large manufacturing environment, preferred
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM, inventory and scheduling software, preferred
• Strong leadership skills (conflict resolution, facilitation, change management skills, decision making, empowerment and delegation), preferred
• Bilingual, preferred

Compensation and benefits

• $80K – 100K plus bonus

Why this role

This is an opportunity to take a leadership role driving maintenance excellence and equipment reliability at a large manufacturing facility, with a competitive salary of $80K – 100K plus bonus.