Maintenance Supervisor - 1st Shift

G.A. Richards Group; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,962,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO after 90 days

Job summary

G.A. Richards Group in Michigan is seeking a maintenance technician to train and supervise team members in the repair, maintenance, installation of machines, tools and buildings within an industrial plant.

The role involves diagnosing malfunctions, dismantling and replacing parts, and ensuring safe operation following all procedures. Requires an AA degree or 6–12 months related experience, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds; forklift operation is included.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, or 6–12 months related experience.
• Experience in repair, maintenance, and installation of industrial machinery and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Train and approve activities of workers in repair and maintenance of machines and building systems.
• Review problem history with plant manager to determine preventative maintenance frequency.
• Dismantle and install parts for machines and equipment.
• Install and repair electrical components and electrical apparatus.
• Operate and maintain building structures and utilities.
• Operate forklift and test equipment after service.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Forklift operation

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent

Job description

Pay Range

$30 - $38/hr

Shift

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, 401K and PTO after 90 days!

Summary

Trains and approves activities of workers engaged in repair, maintenance, installation of machines, tools, and equipment, and in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and utility systems of industrial plant by performing the following duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Reviews problem history with plant manager and shift lead to determine the optimum frequency for preventative maintenance.

Observes equipment for unusual sounds and/or visual indications to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors, operators, or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.

Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.

Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as motors, starters, and wiring, as well as electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.

Repairs and maintains physical structure of building.

Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.

Starts equipment after service to test for proper operation

Diagnoses causes of breakdown and suggests modifications to improve operation. Makes additional repairs to systems if unexpected problems are observed during service

Monitors critical components for correct function and reports any possible problems.

Follows all written procedures and instructions

Performs required work in a safe and efficient manner, with minimal to no supervision

Is available for call-in when assigned

Performs Preventive Maintenance tasks as needed

Able and willing to train other employees in the requirements of this job

Understand and apply State Heat Treat’s Quality Program. Actively participate in solving problems and improving the system.

Able to safely and effectively operate a Fork Truck

Participates in team activities for problem solving and process development

Supervisory Responsibilities

Trains and coordinates all maintenance mechanics and preventative maintenance mechanics

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or any combination of education and experience equal to twelve months.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.