Maintenance Supervisor – 1st Shift

G&W Electric Co.; Bolingbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Air-conditioned/heated facility

Job summary

G&W Electric Co. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for 1st shift in Bolingbrook, IL. You will supervise the Maintenance department across Bolingbrook and Blue Island locations, planning work, enforcing procedures, and driving improvements to minimize downtime.

The role requires 10+ years in maintenance, 5+ years in manufacturing leadership, and hands-on expertise in safety, OSHA, and lean practices. Competitive benefits and a comprehensive pay program are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years progressive experience in a maintenance environment.
• 5–7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and knowledge of production equipment maintenance.
• Minimum 5+ years directing an hourly or manufacturing workforce.
• Hardware and facility maintenance management experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale within area of control.
• Lead continuous improvement activities and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain 6S standards and enforce improvements when needed.
• Direct and enforce the safety program and complete training on time.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with NFPA-70E for all maintenance activities.
• Track KPIs and prepare reports to drive plant improvement.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

OSHA knowledge

EPA standards

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

MS Office

Inventory system

Job description

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Maintenance Supervisor

Reporting to the, Sr. Manager of Maintenance and Facilities. this role is responsible for supervising of the Maintenance department at all the Bolingbrook locations and Blue Island, to ensure maximum utilization of maintenance employees to keep the plant running efficiently and minimizing equipment downtime. This position plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in maintenance methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.

As a Maintenance Supervisor you will:

• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results within area of control; managing manpower and materials needed to complete jobs accurately and on time.
• Initiate and lead continuous improvement activities including researching new processes, procedures and equipment that can improve performance, coordinating with cross functional counterparts
• Maintain plant cleanliness and 6S standards, initiating and enforcing improvement and compliance when needed.
• Direct, maintain and enforce the safety program for the maintenance department; ensures safety training is completed on time and effectively, reviews safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all employees.
• Be responsible for ensuring equipment and building infrastrcuture is maintained to comply with all environmental and health and safety requirements of the city, county, state, and federal requirements; as well as general safe operation
• Lead activities needed to perform accident investigations, safety observations, and hazard mapping
• Support maintenance activities and training in all G&W manufacturing locations
• Assist with planning and implementing plant improvements and expansions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with NFPA-70E (Arc Flash) for all maintenance activities within G&W
• Track, analyze and improve key maintenance performances indices including asset utilization, up time, PM compliance, etc.
• Prepare reports, analyzes data, and makes recommendations for improving plant operations and solving maintenance-related problems; utilizes KPIs to drive improvement
• Be responsible for all supervisory activities related to hourly maintenance personnel, including hiring and disciplinary decisions, evaluates competency and manages employee performance, development and training.
• Maintain timekeeping and absenteeism records, manages and communicates disciplinary actions, provides timely feedback, and conducts periodic performance evaluations
• Ensure effective employee relations by providing employee mentoring and development and resolving employee issues through coaching and problem resolution

As a Supervisor and Leader you are:

Responsible for day-to-day performance of a group ~ 6 + employees. Guides/monitors group toward its goals ensures employee’s productivity, resolve problems, has authority to change work roles and work distribution. Responsible for genuine input regarding Human Resources matters of significance: e.g. participates in selection of new employees, provides meaningful input to performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, terminations etc.

We are looking for someone who has:

• 10+ years progressive experience in a maintenance environment
• 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and knowledge of production equipment maintenance. Direct experience in management of mechanics for the maintenance of equipment
• Minimum of 5+ years experience directing an hourly or manufacturing workforce
• High school diploma or GED
• Intermediate computer skills including experience using the MS Office suite, a business planning and inventory system
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, and EPA standards

Ideally you will also have:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Extensive knowledge and leadership in the principles and practice of Lean, Six Sigma, 5P and/or other continuous improvement models; participated in related improvement projects

The Physical Demands of the job are:

• Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)
• Stooping
• Standing

What we offer you:

Typical pay is $71,200 – $97,193 annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.