Maintenance Supervisor - Edison, NJ

VetJobs; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit increases

Comprehensive benefits

401k with 6% match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance and professional发展

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Edison, New Jersey seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee a diverse team of technicians and machinists in a high-speed manufacturing environment. You will drive safety, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives on the plant floor.

The role requires 3+ years of supervision in industrial maintenance, strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, and proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs and maintenance software. On-site work with competitive benefits is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical training preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial maintenance supervision in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical and electrical systems, equipment, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and guide a team of maintenance staff including technicians, electricians, machinists, and millwrights.
• Ensure safety standards and policies are followed while coordinating maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to optimize operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Maintenance management software

PLC programming software

Electrical schematics reading

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, we look forward to your application.

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

This role is responsible for overseeing the repair and upkeep of all manufacturing equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum productivity. The Maintenance Supervisor will manage a team of maintenance technicians, electricians, machinists, and millwrights while driving safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the plant.

Ideal candidates may have experience as a Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, or similar industrial maintenance leader.

Why Join Silgan?

At Silgan, You’ll Find Stability, Growth, And a Company Culture Built On Safety And Innovation. As a Maintenance Supervisor In Edison, NJ, You Can Expect

• Excellent pay with annual merit increases. Salary range is $90,400 - $117,500 per year. Salary is based on your experience, education, skills, and technical abilities.
• Comprehensive benefit coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs,life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage, plus online medical appointments with our telemedicine program.
• Options to select additional programs, like pet insurance, or participate in health programs for weight loss, diabetes, hypertension management, and more.
• 401k retirement savings plan with a 6 percent employer match, dollar for dollar.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance and ongoing professional development.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a production environment.

What You Will Do as a Maintenance Supervisor

Team Coordination: Oversee and guide a team of mechanics, electricians, machinists, millwrights, and machine operators. Oversee training, conduct performance evaluations, and foster a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

Safety and Efficiency: Ensure adherence to safety standards and company policies. Schedule and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize production throughput and efficiency.

Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and optimize manufacturing operations.

Troubleshooting and Repairs: Address breakdowns promptly, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment malfunctions, and perform timely repairs to minimize production interruptions.

Documentation and Reporting: Document standard work and best practices, maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, and prepare reports on maintenance performance, including downtime, repair costs, and equipment reliability.

Process Improvement: Collaborate with production and operations management team members to identify and address equipment issues and explore opportunities for process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

Statistical Process Control: Apply SPC methods to monitor, control, and optimize production quality and efficiency.

Stay Updated: Keep up with technological advancements and industry trends in manufacturing machinery and maintenance practices.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What You Bring

• Associate degree from a technical trade school or a high school diploma or GED and 3 or more years of relevant maintenance experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial maintenance supervision within a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical and electrical systems, manufacturing equipment, and machine troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate in a lean manufacturing environment using tools like 5S and other continuous improvement methods.
• Extensive experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and related programming software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams for maintenance tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

City*: Edison

State*: New Jersey

Job_Category: Maintenance

Job Code: Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor: Silgan Containers