Maintenance Supervisor - 1st Shift

Boyd; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor at our Woburn, MA facility to lead maintenance of vacuum brazing furnaces, CNC machines, and precision tooling, prioritizing uptime and safety.

You will manage maintenance technicians, implement preventive and predictive programs, use FIXX CMMS to document work orders, and collaborate with Process Engineering to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

Qualifications

• Eight years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• At least one year as lead or Supervisor.
• Experience with vacuum furnaces, CNC machinery, and precision machining tools.
• Proven CMMS experience.
• Eaton does not sponsor work visas.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team and oversee repair, preventive, and predictive maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Use FIXX CMMS to schedule, track, and document maintenance activities.
• Improve uptime and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs; introduce predictive techniques where applicable.
• Support safety audits and ensure OSHA/EHS compliance.
• Recruit, train, and mentor maintenance technicians; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Lean manufacturing

Blueprint reading

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering / related field

Tools

FIXX

CMMS

Job description

Job Description

Boyd Thermal by Eaton is currently seeking a Maintenance Supervisor at our Woburn, MA facility.

Eaton is a global leader in intelligent power management, serving customers in more than 160 countries. Following our recent acquisition of Boyd Corporation’s aerospace and defense business, we are expanding our capabilities in high-performance thermal management solutions. The Woburn facility specializes in the design and manufacturing of Aluminum Vacuum Brazed Heat Exchangers and Cold Plates for critical aerospace and defense applications. We are seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Supervisor to ensure maximum equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and support continuous production excellence.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor will lead the day‑to‑day maintenance operations at the Woburn site, reporting to the Process Engineering Manager. This role is responsible for maintaining and optimizing all manufacturing equipment, implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and driving a culture of safety and reliability in support of high‑precision aerospace manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Reliability

• Supervise and lead a team of maintenance technicians responsible for the repair, preventive maintenance, and optimization of manufacturing equipment (vacuum brazing furnaces, CNC machines, machining centers, and supporting systems).

• Utilize FIXX CMMS software to schedule, track, and document all maintenance activities, including work orders, spare parts inventory, and equipment history.

• Focus on improving equipment uptime and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs to reduce unplanned downtime.

• Introduce predictive maintenance techniques (vibration analysis, thermography, etc.) where applicable.

Troubleshooting & Repair

• Provide hands‑on leadership during equipment breakdowns, rapidly diagnosing issues and coordinating repairs to minimize production impact.

• Support root cause analysis for recurring equipment failures in collaboration with the Process Engineering team.

Safety and Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring all maintenance activities comply with OSHA, Eaton EHS standards, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments for maintenance tasks.

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate maintenance technicians.

• Develop technical skills within the team, including equipment‑specific training for brazing and precision machining systems.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Tier II and Tier III meetings to report on maintenance performance and contribute to site‑wide improvement initiatives.

• Work closely with Process Engineering and Production teams to support process optimization and new equipment installation.

Inventory & Budget Management

• Manage spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are available while controlling costs.

• Assist in developing and managing the maintenance department budget.

Basic Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of eight (8) years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a lead or Supervisor.

• Experience with industrial equipment such as vacuum furnaces, CNC machinery, and precision machining tools.

• Proven experience with CMMS systems.

• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical field.

• Aerospace and/or defense experience.

• FIXX experience

Skills & Competencies

• Solid knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and team‑building abilities.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.

What We Offer

Eaton provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a growing aerospace business unit.

Base Compensation is $95,000-$105,000, bonus eligible.

Interview Requirements and Candidate Privacy Notice

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All Job Posting Locations

Woburn

Remote Type

On‑Site

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