Maintenance Supervisor – Lean, Safety & Process Improvement

Powell; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance for you

401k savings

Annual bonus potential

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Powell is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee production equipment maintenance and drive safety, quality, and cost goals across the area. You will delegate work to maintenance technicians, enforce policies, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires extensive manufacturing experience, OSHA/regulatory knowledge, and a proven ability to manage teams and budgets. Possibility of growth within a collaborative environment that values safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• BS degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a manufacturing project management and process improvement role, or 5 years experience in a leadership role with responsibility of a team of 10 employees or more, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and Environmental regulations and employment laws.
• Applied knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPS, or other continuous improvement methodologies in a manufacturing environment.
• Ensure employees have the proper training, skills, and tools to work safely.
• Create and sustain a safe work environment.
• Maintain compliance with industrial workplace safety and health regulations.
• Identify improvement opportunities for safety, and either lead or recommend corrective action.
• Manage the employee safety program on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure employees have the proper training, skills, and tools to perform work which follows the documented Powell Quality System Procedures.
• Prepare workforce for ongoing Quality System Audits.
• Implement process improvements designed to improve quality system metrics, with assistance from Manufacturing Engineering.
• In cooperation with production control, manage assets and people effectively to achieve established delivery objectives.
• Meet or exceed financial objectives such as overtime allowance and variable department expenses.
• Effectively manage employee payroll system for each department.
• Ensure Powell fixed assets, such as building and equipment, are properly utilized and maintained.
• Develop and deliver effective communications with direct reports, teams, other functions, departments, and other internal and external contacts, as required.
• Lead and conduct effective meetings.
• Administer Powell policy and procedures consistently.
• Maintain accurate training records.
• Develop individuals and work teams such that they can operate effectively with minimal supervision.
• Create an environment where employees can grow and develop into greater levels of contribution.
• Develop and administer performance evaluations.
• Effectively manage performance.
• Act as a change agent; Lead and influence employees at all levels in and through the change process.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organization skills
• Must be responsible and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, collaborating with peers and associates.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work in teams and manage team activities.
• Must have demonstrated excellent leadership skills.
• Attend in house and outside training sessions.
• Attend local professional associations.
• Learn policies and procedures, work instruction, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations, and vendor products.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance technicians and delegate work to meet area goals.
• Ensure policies and procedures are enforced at all times.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Coordinate emergency/unscheduled repairs during production.
• Lead troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Monitor repairs and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Develop and maintain effective communications with managers, engineers, and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Process improvement

Safety compliance

Communication

Team development

Education

BS degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Powell is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee production equipment maintenance and drive safety, quality, and cost goals across the area. You will delegate work to maintenance technicians, enforce policies, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires extensive manufacturing experience, OSHA/regulatory knowledge, and a proven ability to manage teams and budgets. Possibility of growth within a collaborative environment that values safety and efficiency.