Maintenance Supervisor - Production Operations

Atrium Staffing; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Annual bonus opportunity

HSA/FSA options

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Life and Disability Insurance

Parental leave

Wellness reimbursements

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atrium Staffing is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor - Production Operations to lead maintenance teams in a high‑volume manufacturing environment. You will manage schedules, oversee parts procurement, and provide technical leadership for complex equipment troubleshooting.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance, strong knowledge of PM/PdM/CMMS/RCM/TPM, and solid safety training. Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance.
• Knowledge of maintenance methodologies (PM, PdM, CMMS, RCM, TPM).
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and safety regs for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary liaison for equipment issues, disruptions, and repairs.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with staff and planners to ensure coverage.
• Lead root cause analysis to reduce downtime of equipment and processes.
• Promote plant safety and conduct daily safety briefings and audits.
• Recruit, train, and supervise maintenance personnel and contractors.
• Support development and execution of preventive maintenance programs.
• Maintain accurate records of plant assets and maintenance activities.
• Coordinate parts availability with inventory management and vendors.
• Participate in audits and communicate maintenance status to management.

Skills

Supervisory experience

PM/CMMS/TPM

Engineering basics

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is a leading manufacturing organization focused on producing high-quality products for customers across diverse markets. The company is committed to operational excellence, safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on innovation and employee development, the organization offers a collaborative work environment where team members are empowered to contribute to process improvements, operational efficiency, and long-term business success. Our client is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor - Production Operations to join their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$92k - $120k Annually

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Supervisor - Production Operations will lead and coordinate maintenance personnel to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production operations. This role includes managing maintenance schedules, overseeing procurement of parts and services, and providing technical expertise for complex equipment troubleshooting.

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Supervisor - Production Operations:

• Act as the primary liaison for all equipment-related issues, disruptions, and repair prioritization.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance staff and planners to guarantee adequate coverage for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Lead root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts for process disturbances and equipment failures, dynamically adjusting maintenance priorities to reduce downtime.
• Facilitate daily safety briefings and actively promote adherence to all plant safety protocols.
• Recruit, train, and supervise maintenance personnel, ensuring strict compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Support the development and execution of project plans and preventive maintenance programs.
• Participate in daily operational meetings to provide updates on maintenance status and challenges.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of plant assets to optimize maintenance efficiency.
• Ensure maintenance teams are equipped with necessary tools and coordinate timely parts availability with inventory management.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, engineers, coordinators, and management regarding repair progress and manpower allocation.
• Assist in preparation and response for internal and external audits related to maintenance activities.
• Champion continuous improvement of safety procedures, incident investigations, and updates to maintenance-related protocols.
• Oversee timekeeping and overtime management using UKG software.

Required Experience/Skills for the Maintenance Supervisor - Production Operations:

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance for candidates without a degree.
• Proficient knowledge of industrial maintenance methodologies such as PM, PdM, CMMS, RCM, and TPM.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and safety regulations applicable to manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to effectively coordinate, train, and motivate hourly employees and contractors.
• Excellent verbal and technical communication skills, with a collaborative and supportive approach to team leadership.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Maintenance Supervisor - Production Operations:

• Experience operating within a unionized workforce environment.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements related to safety and quality in manufacturing.
• Skilled in balancing contractor management and internal workforce deployment within budgetary limits.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not mandatory.
• Relevant trades experience will be considered.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first month following hire.
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and additional discretionary contributions.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick leave.
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance opportunities.