Maintenance Supervisor — Plastics & Industrial Equipment Lead

MDS Staffing; Mocksville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing's client, a well‑established manufacturer for the electric utilities industry, seeks a Maintenance Supervisor for a new Mocksville, NC facility. Injection molded plastics machinery expertise is strongly preferred.

You will lead maintenance operations, manage a team, and drive PM programs across electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems while ensuring safety, quality, and predictable production performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance supervision with electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of industrial machinery, PLCs, motors, pumps, and control systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, hydraulic circuit diagrams, and blueprints.
• Proficient in using diagnostic tools and equipment for troubleshooting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage a maintenance team.
• Experience with CMMS is a plus.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations and ensure safety and quality in production.
• Lead and train staff on maintenance processes and quality controls.
• Direct, maintain, and enforce safety programs within the facility.
• Monitor equipment performance and minimize non-conformance.
• Prepare reports and analyze data to drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Prioritize work orders and assist with troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical equipment.
• Ensure Preventative Maintenance (PM) schedule adherence and provide training as needed.
• Source parts for planned maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Communicate procedures and safety requirements to operators and maintenance personnel.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to address root causes.
• Collaborate with support groups to secure necessary resources.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

PLC knowledge

Reading electrical schematics

Diagnostic tools

Leadership & communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification in electrical/hydraulics/industrial maintenance

Tools

CMMS

Job description

MDS Staffing's client, a well‑established manufacturer for the electric utilities industry, seeks a Maintenance Supervisor for a new Mocksville, NC facility. Injection molded plastics machinery expertise is strongly preferred.

You will lead maintenance operations, manage a team, and drive PM programs across electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems while ensuring safety, quality, and predictable production performance.