Maintenance Supervisor – Hands-On Plant Reliability & Safety

PPG Industries, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Manager to join our Fort Wayne, Indiana Plant.

You will report to the Plant Manager and supervise a team of 2–4 maintenance technicians, coordinating with engineering, quality control and production teams to keep equipment and facilities running safely and efficiently. The role involves hands-on maintenance, staff training, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in related field with 5+ years experience, or 7+ years in lieu of degree.
• Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous people leadership experience.
• Purchasing / accounting code experience.
• Experience with EHS responsibilities such as supporting audits, permit compliance and hazardous waste management.
• Automotive or coatings experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities with management, engineering, quality control, customers and employees.
• Coordinate operations with other supervisors to meet budget goals.
• Plan and establish work schedules, labor and equipment needs for maintenance.
• Perform hands‑on maintenance duties as required.
• Train new employees and assign mentors for training.

Skills

Maintenance management

People leadership

Manufacturing experience

Purchasing / accounting

EHS compliance

Safety-focused

Education

Associates degree in related field

7+ years of experience in lieu of degree

Tools

eMaintenance knowledge

ePro (electronic procurement)

TS 16949 familiarity

Job description

PPG Industries, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Manager to join our Fort Wayne, Indiana Plant.

You will report to the Plant Manager and supervise a team of 2–4 maintenance technicians, coordinating with engineering, quality control and production teams to keep equipment and facilities running safely and efficiently. The role involves hands-on maintenance, staff training, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.