Maintenance Supervisor: Lead Plant Reliability & Safety

International Paper; Dover (AR); On-site; USD 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

International Paper in Dover, DE is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance activities, keep equipment and facilities in optimal condition, and support a safe, efficient plant operation.

The role requires four years of manufacturing maintenance experience, supervisory skills, and knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatics and electrical systems. Strong problem-solving and team-building capabilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires four years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant.
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics and electricity preferred.
• Supervisory experience is demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct plant maintenance activities; ensure equipment and facilities operate in optimum condition.
• Report issues to Manufacturing Manager with technical input.
• Initiate and maintain a cost-effective preventive maintenance program; implement quality and cost-reduction ideas.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to achieve results.
• Maintain inventories of spare parts; purchase materials, parts and supplies as required.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Manager to develop the maintenance team’s technical skills.
• Champion safety culture.

Skills

Action oriented

Customer/Quality Focused

Organizational Skills

Developing Direct Reports

Building Effective Teams

Priority Setting

Process Management

Conflict Management

Decision Quality

Education

High school diploma or GED

College and/or related technical courses preferred

Experience in corrugated box industry with heavy electronics experience preferred

Job description

International Paper in Dover, DE is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance activities, keep equipment and facilities in optimal condition, and support a safe, efficient plant operation.

The role requires four years of manufacturing maintenance experience, supervisory skills, and knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatics and electrical systems. Strong problem-solving and team-building capabilities are essential.