Maintenance Supervisor: Lead Techs & Uptime

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Cresco (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance staff across multiple shifts, oversee preventative and predictive maintenance programs, and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

The role focuses on root-cause problem solving, equipment reliability, and collaboration with other departments to minimize production downtime. Strong leadership and hands-on experience with industrial equipment are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of manufacturing, maintenance, or mechanical experience.
• Willingness to operate typical industrial equipment (e.g., floor sweepers, forklifts, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot problems, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions.
• Assist maintenance technicians and provide solutions.
• Manage maintenance technicians and staff across multiple shifts, including hiring and performance feedback.
• Develop short- and long-term preventive and predictive maintenance plans.
• Provide training to staff.
• Schedule and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate parts and supplies and liaise with other departments to reduce downtime.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Visual Management

6S

Value Stream Mapping

Cellular Layout

Standard Work

Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP

Maintenance Software

Job description

Donaldson Company seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance staff across multiple shifts, oversee preventative and predictive maintenance programs, and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

The role focuses on root-cause problem solving, equipment reliability, and collaboration with other departments to minimize production downtime. Strong leadership and hands-on experience with industrial equipment are essential.