Maintenance Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Key People; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Key People, a beverage manufacturing company in the Charlotte area, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead maintenance technicians and uphold plant reliability.

You will develop the team, coordinate repairs, drive preventive maintenance, and analyze equipment troubles. The role partners with Production, Quality, and Safety to meet safety and quality standards while improving uptime.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience.
• 2+ years of education beyond high school.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, PLCs.
• Ability to troubleshoot production equipment.
• Strong planning and leadership skills.
• Coordinate contractors and manage project expenses.
• Availability for the stated second‑shift schedule with flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance technicians and set priorities.
• Coordinate emergency repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Plan maintenance around availability and production schedules.
• Investigate recurring equipment failures using root cause analysis.
• Develop technicians through coaching and training.
• Track work orders and maintenance performance to improve reliability.
• Support spare parts availability and storeroom organization.
• Partner with Production, Quality, and Safety teams to meet requirements.
• Coordinate contractors and vendors per safety procedures.
• Manage smaller maintenance and capital projects, including scheduling and cost tracking.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support quality systems.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Electrical & mechanical systems

PLCs & controls

Root cause analysis

Shift scheduling

Coordination with contractors

Team leadership

Education

Technical school/college education

Tools

PLCs

Industrial control networks

Hydraulics

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor – 2nd Shift

Beverage Manufacturing | Charlotte Area, NC

Base Salary: $65,000–$90,000, depending on experience
Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM–11:00 PM. Additional hours, weekends, and holidays may be required based on operational needs.

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting a Maintenance Supervisor for a confidential liquid beverage manufacturer in the Charlotte area.

We’re seeking a hands‑on leader who can develop maintenance technicians, solve equipment problems, and improve plant reliability. You’ll oversee daily maintenance activities, coordinate repairs, and help move the team toward a proactive approach that prevents breakdowns and supports consistent production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance technicians, communicate priorities, and hold the team accountable for safe, effective work.

• Coordinate emergency repairs while ensuring preventive maintenance and scheduled work are completed.

• Plan upcoming maintenance activities around technician availability, equipment needs, and production schedules.

• Investigate recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions using root cause analysis.

• Develop technicians through coaching, performance feedback, and technical and safety training.

• Track work orders and maintenance performance to identify opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime.

• Support spare parts availability and organized maintenance storeroom practices.

• Partner with Production, Quality, and Safety teams to meet operating and food safety requirements.

• Coordinate contractors and vendors in accordance with plant safety procedures.

• Manage smaller maintenance and capital projects, including scheduling, resource coordination, and cost tracking.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support established quality management systems.

Required Qualifications

• Five to seven years of relevant industrial maintenance experience.

• At least two years of education beyond high school through college or technical school.

• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, PLCs, and industrial control networks.

• Ability to troubleshoot production equipment and guide technicians through complex repairs.

• Strong planning, communication, problem‑solving, and team leadership skills.

• Ability to coordinate contractors, maintenance schedules, and project expenses.

• Availability to work the stated second‑shift schedule with flexibility for additional coverage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of maintenance experience in beverage, food processing, dairy, or brewing.

• Associate degree in a technical field or relevant trade school training.

• Experience in a structured preventive maintenance environment.

• Familiarity with beverage processing, filling, and packaging equipment.

• Direct experience troubleshooting both electrical and mechanical equipment.

Work Environment

Approximately 75% of this role is spent in the manufacturing environment and 25% in an office setting. Hearing protection and other required protective equipment must be worn in designated areas. Occasional outdoor maintenance work may involve exposure to hot or cold temperatures.