Maintenance Supervisor 2nd Shift

Excelsior Executive Search; Lawrenceburg (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelsior Executive Search seeks a Maintenance Supervisor for a 2nd shift at a manufacturing facility in Indiana. Lead skilled trades, set priorities, coordinate repairs with production leaders and drive reliability across equipment.

The role emphasizes training, safety, and cross‑functional communication. You will review recurring failures, plan improvements and coordinate with outside providers as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires practical leadership of maintenance staff in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills to investigate failures and prevent recurrence.
• Clear written and verbal communication across shifts and departments.

Responsibilities

• Plan each shift's maintenance work and assign tasks to mechanics and electricians.
• Coordinate repairs with production leaders to minimize downtime.
• Investigate recurring failures and implement corrective actions to reduce breakdowns.
• Improve equipment setup and changeover practices with input from maintenance and operations.
• Coach skilled trades employees and assess training needs to build capability.
• Apply safety, cleanliness and GMP requirements; report incidents and address hazards.
• Coordinate schedules, time off and overtime; apply labor agreements as needed.
• Keep plant leadership informed about repairs, priorities, and equipment concerns.
• Partner with plant leadership on improvements to equipment performance and product quality.
• Coordinate with outside service providers when their support is required.
• Promote continuous improvement and respectful working relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Problem solving

Communication

Team development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor 2nd Shift

Manufacturing Opportunity

The Opportunity

A manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the skilled trades employees who keep its production equipment operating safely and efficiently. The supervisor will set daily priorities, coordinate repairs with production leaders and help the team prevent recurring equipment problems. This role combines practical maintenance leadership with employee development and clear communication across shifts.

What You Will Do

• Plan each shift's maintenance work, assign mechanics and electricians to the right tasks, and adjust priorities as operating needs change.
• Work with production to resolve equipment interruptions, assess repair quality and restore dependable operation.
• Review recurring failures, investigate their causes and organize corrective actions that reduce repeat breakdowns.
• Improve equipment setup and changeover practices with input from maintenance and operations employees.
• Coach skilled trades employees, assess training needs and build the team's capability to handle equipment issues.
• Apply plant safety, cleanliness and applicable good manufacturing practice requirements. Report incidents and support efforts to address hazards.
• Coordinate employee schedules, time off and overtime. Handle performance matters consistently with company policies and applicable labor agreements.
• Keep incoming shifts and plant leaders informed about repairs, outstanding equipment concerns and work priorities.
• Partner with plant leadership on improvements to equipment performance, product quality and maintenance practices.
• Coordinate with outside service providers when their support is needed.
• Encourage continuous improvement, shared responsibility for equipment care and respectful working relationships.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to lead maintenance employees, organize competing work demands and make sound decisions in an active manufacturing operation.
• Practical problem solving skills, including investigating equipment failures and developing measures to prevent recurrence.
• Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain technical concerns and keep colleagues informed.
• Ability to motivate employees, provide constructive feedback and work effectively across departments.
• Good judgment, attention to detail and consistent follow through on commitments.
• Ability to supervise within a union environment and apply the relevant labor agreement to daily workforce decisions.

Additional Information

Travel is minimal. Further details about the employer, work schedule and position will be shared during a confidential conversation.

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers applicants based on job-related qualifications in accordance with applicable law.