Maintenance Supervisor - General Motors

Aramark Correctional Services; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark at the GM Wentzville plant is seeking a Maintenance Group Leader to guide skilled trades, oversee daily maintenance, and drive reliability and safety initiatives. You will plan activities, coach teams, and monitor performance to improve equipment uptime in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing maintenance, 1–2 years managing union staff, and the ability to work evenings, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Requires 1-2 years of experience in a management role of union employees.
• Must be able to work evenings.
• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to manage as part of a larger team or manage function independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop skilled trades employees to support safety, productivity, and performance goals.
• Plan and direct daily maintenance activities, including troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Conduct team meetings and communicate daily priorities and operational updates.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company and plant safety standards.
• Support hiring, training, employee development, and performance management activities.
• Collaborate with plant leadership and production teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and labor utilization to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed efficiently and in accordance with procedures and client expectations.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Union supervision

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Group Leader oversees skilled trades employees within a fast-paced manufacturing environment at the General Motors Wentzville plant. This role is responsible for leading daily maintenance operations, supporting equipment reliability, driving safety initiatives, and ensuring operational efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop skilled trades employees to support safety, productivity, and performance goals
• Plan and direct daily maintenance activities, including troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance
• Conduct team meetings and communicate daily priorities and operational updates
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company and plant safety standards
• Support hiring, training, employee development, and performance management activities
• Collaborate with plant leadership and production teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics, labor utilization, and operational trends to support continuous improvement
• Ensure maintenance work is completed efficiently and in accordance with company procedures and client expectations

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance
• Requires 1-2 years of experience in a management role of union employees
• Must be able to work evenings
• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to manage as part of a larger team or manage function independently, without direct supervision
• The ability to multi-task is a must

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.