Maintenance Supervisor - PLC & Electrical Systems Lead

Dana Incorporated; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime potential

Travel for training

MS Office proficiency

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the Maintenance department, ensuring safe, efficient operations across electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems. The role requires hands-on expertise with PLCs, electrical schematics, and heavy equipment handling in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include directing shifts, scheduling, and coordinating with plant teams to minimize downtime. Overtime and travel for training may be required; CMMS proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 5+ years maintenance experience with relevant seminars.
• Experience with PLCs and electrical/mechanical troubleshooting essential.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and interpret wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Maintenance department and manage shift schedules.
• Maintain PLC control programs; troubleshoot and document edits.
• Troubleshoot electrical relays, motor controls, and wiring.
• Work with 24/480V electrical distribution and switchgear.
• Install/repair hydraulic and pneumatic components and piping.
• Rig and move equipment; operate forklifts up to 30 tons.
• Learn and use CMMS for maintenance requests and work orders.
• Travel for training as required; overtime on short notice.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting control panels

Electrical systems 24/480V

Conduit installation

Hydraulic & pneumatic components

Welding (wire and cutting torches)

Forklift operation

Rigging & heavy lifting

CMMS usage

Pipe sizing & threading

Education

Associates degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering/Technology

5+ years verifiable work experience in maintenance

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Job description

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the Maintenance department, ensuring safe, efficient operations across electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems. The role requires hands-on expertise with PLCs, electrical schematics, and heavy equipment handling in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include directing shifts, scheduling, and coordinating with plant teams to minimize downtime. Overtime and travel for training may be required; CMMS proficiency is preferred.