Maintenance Supervisor - 2nd Shift

MDS Staffing; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing has an opening for a Maintenance Supervisor on the 2nd shift in the Charlotte, NC area. The role oversees maintenance technicians, coordinates repairs, and drives plant reliability for a confidential liquid beverage manufacturer.

Expect to lead preventive work, manage downtime, and coach engineers toward a proactive maintenance culture. The candidate should have 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical/mechanical and PLC knowledge, and excellent planning and

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, PLCs expertise.
• Troubleshoot production equipment and guide technicians.
• Strong planning, communication, and team leadership.
• Coordinate contractors and manage project expenses.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance technicians, set priorities, ensure safety and effective work.
• Coordinate emergency repairs while maintaining preventive maintenance.
• Plan maintenance around availability, equipment needs, 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 and maintain organized storerooms.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Safety teams to meet requirements.
• Coordinate contractors and vendors per plant safety procedures.
• Manage smaller maintenance and capital projects including scheduling and cost tracking.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and QA documentation.

Education

Associate degree / technical training

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 hand-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.