Maintenance Supervisor (Night Shift)

Emerson; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Erie, PA seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the third‑shift maintenance team and drive safe, reliable plant operations. You will supervise maintenance activities, coordinate with engineering and production leadership, and enforce safety and maintenance standards across the department.

This role requires 5+ years in industrial maintenance, with hydraulic/pneumatic systems, welding, and CMMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience including hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and fabrication.
• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical drawings, PLC logic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with mobile and material‑handling equipment and safe rigging and movement of equipment.
• Computer proficiency including CMMS, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the third‑shift maintenance team, promoting safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with first‑ and second‑shift teams to ensure consistent maintenance coverage and standards.
• Ensure team members are trained, supported, and equipped to perform work safely and effectively.
• Facilitate toolbox talks and monthly meetings to reinforce safety and priorities.
• Supervise maintenance for foundry and production equipment to minimize downtime and boost reliability.
• Prioritize, schedule, and coordinate maintenance and repair work balancing urgent and planned tasks.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical issues including grinders, conveyors, furnaces, robotics, and handling equipment.
• Partner with engineering on complex breakdowns, installations, and improvements per OEM specs.
• Ensure replacement parts are identified, ordered, stocked, and managed via inventory coordination.
• Provide on‑call support and monitor equipment during weekends when required.
• Enforce maintenance safety programs per company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Document monthly safety inspections and maintain a clean, safe maintenance environment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Electrical systems

Hydraulic & Pneumatic

CMMS

Troubleshooting

Shift work

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or related field

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

If you are a Maintenance Supervisor professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to lead critical maintenance operations while making a direct impact on safety, reliability, and operational excellence. The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations. This role leads the third‑shift maintenance team, supports off-shift maintenance operations, partners closely with first shift maintenance supervisor, engineering and production leadership, and enforces safety and maintenance standards across the department. Shift hours will be M-F 9pm-6am with a lunch break.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead and supervise the third‑shift maintenance team, promoting a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with first‑and second‑shift maintenance teams to ensure consistent maintenance coverage, communication, and standards across shifts.

• Ensure team members are trained, supported, and equipped to perform work safely and effectively.

• Facilitate regular toolbox talks and monthly communication meetings to reinforce safety, expectations, and operational priorities.

• Supervise maintenance activities supporting foundry and production equipment to minimize downtime and improve reliability.

• Prioritize, schedule, and coordinate maintenance and repair work to balance urgent needs with planned maintenance.

• Support troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment issues, including grinders, conveyors, furnaces, robotic systems, material handling equipment, and related systems.

• Partner with engineering leadership on complex breakdowns, equipment installations, and improvements aligned with OEM specifications.

• Ensure replacement parts are identified, ordered, stocked, and managed appropriately through inventory review and coordination.

• Provide on‑call support as scheduled, including monitoring equipment and furnaces during weekends when required.

• Enforce maintenance safety programs in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct and document monthly safety inspections and maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance environment.Ensure work instructions and maintenance procedures are accurate, current, and consistently followed.

• Communicate proactively with production leadership to understand operational needs and support safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

Who You Are:

You build trust and engagement by leading with a clear sense of responsibility, setting expectations, and supporting others in achieving strong performance. You collaborate effectively across teams and shifts, valuing open communication and shared goals to drive results. You apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to diagnose issues, solve problems, and make informed decisions in a dynamic environment. You demonstrate adaptability and a continuous‑improvement mindset, remaining resilient and focused while managing priorities and change.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High school diploma or GED.

• 5 or more years of experience in industrial maintenance, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, welding repair, and fabrication.

• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical drawings, PLC logic, and mechanical systems to diagnose equipment failures.

• Experience working with mobile and material‑handling equipment and safe rigging and movement of equipment and components.

• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• Ability to work extended hours, provide on‑call support, and cover weekends as scheduled.

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing or foundry environment with exposure to heat, noise, and industrial equipment.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering, or a related field.

• Completion of a formal leadership or supervisory development program, such as Leading at Emerson or an equivalent program.

• Experience supporting foundry or heavy industrial equipment.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

WHY EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/careers/meet-emerson)

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/about-us)

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.