Maintenance Supervisor - Plant Equipment & Safety

Sonoco Products Co.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Wellbeing tools and EAP

Paid time off and holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco Products Co. in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a maintenance supervisor to plan, schedule and supervise plant maintenance work. You will oversee repairs, coach staff, and ensure safety, quality and uptime of production equipment.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, tool/equipment evaluation and cost-effective upkeep within a team-focused environment. The position requires strong supervisory skills, 5S application, and the ability to analyze downtime data to drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Implement 5S principles for efficient workplace organization and process optimization.
• Able to operate a computer and use basic software tools.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to meet deadlines, concentrate, and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data to make recommendations.
• Experience in supervisory practices and procedures.
• Ability to lead and train other employees.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules and supervises maintenance for plant equipment.
• Overhauls and repairs production equipment to maintain reliability.
• Fosters teamwork and employee engagement through meetings and coaching.
• Furnishes maintenance records and cost estimates for projects.
• Monitors machine parts and tooling for quality and uptime.
• Performs downtime analysis and implements corrective actions.
• Participates in root cause and team problem solving to improve plant performance.
• Ensures safety, quality, productivity and housekeeping standards are met.

Skills

5S implementation

Computer literacy

Math skills

Deadline driven

Statistical data analysis

Supervisory / leadership

Training and coaching

Strong communication

Job description

Sonoco Products Co. in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a maintenance supervisor to plan, schedule and supervise plant maintenance work. You will oversee repairs, coach staff, and ensure safety, quality and uptime of production equipment.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, tool/equipment evaluation and cost-effective upkeep within a team-focused environment. The position requires strong supervisory skills, 5S application, and the ability to analyze downtime data to drive improvements.