Maintenance Technician Supervisor

Samtec Inc; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Samtec Inc. in New Albany, IN, is seeking a Maintenance Technician Supervisor to lead all shifts in connector manufacturing. The role emphasizes safety, equipment reliability, and staff leadership to ensure smooth operation of automated processes.

You'll coordinate schedules, manage a team, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and customer service to resolve issues, while maintaining preventative maintenance programs and equipment uptime.

Qualifications

• 5+ Years’ Experience in working as a Technician on Automated Machines in a Manufacturing environment.
• Must have 20/40 correctable vision.
• Must be capable of lifting 70 lbs. from floor to waist and have full use of all digits.
• Capable of standing and/or sitting for more than 90 minutes straight and not suffering from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the general safety of all Automation/Hand Fill equipment.
• Coordinate schedules for technical group to ensure all manufacturing times have adequate Technician coverage.
• Responsible for management of staff including discipline, performance evaluations, etc.
• Responsible for timely procurement of necessary tools, supplies, and equipment required for the technician staff to perform their jobs effectively and efficiently.
• Coordinate projects on existing machinery to improve quality, throughput, and safety.
• Responsible for Preventative Maintenance program for all manufacturing process related equipment.
• Work with engineering, quality, and customer service departments to investigate issues related to automated manufacturing.
• Interface with engineering on tooling/machinery for new projects and products associated with automated manufacturing.
• Could potentially involve handling hazardous materials.

Skills

Staff supervision

Maintenance knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering Degree

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical certification (Machinist/Journeyman)

Job description

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $1 Billion global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtec’s global presence enables its unmatched customer service.

Job Summary

Serve as the Maintenance Technician Supervisor, and Lead Technician for all shifts and all processes in connector manufacturing.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Responsible for the general safety of all Automation/Hand Fill equipment.
• Coordinate schedules for technical group to ensure all manufacturing times have adequate Technician coverage.
• Responsible for management of staff including discipline, performance evaluations, etc.
• Responsible for timely procurement of necessary tools, supplies, and equipment required for the technician staff to perform their jobs effectively and efficiently.
• Coordinate projects on existing machinery to improve quality, throughput, and safety.
• Responsible for Preventative Maintenance program for all manufacturing process related equipment.
• Work with engineering, quality, and customer service departments to investigate issues related to automated manufacturing.
• Interface with engineering on tooling/machinery for new projects and products associated with automated manufacturing.
• Could potentially involve handling hazardous materials.

“The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.”

Required Experience

• 5+ Years’ Experience in working as a Technician on Automated Machines in a Manufacturing environment.
• Engineering Degree
• Must have 20/40 correctable vision.
• Must be capable of lifting 70 lbs. from floor to waist and have full use of all digits.
• Capable of standing and/or sitting for more than 90 minutes straight and not suffering from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Some Technical education or certification as a Machinist or Journeyman Toolmaker.

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. Privacy Policy: https://www.samtec.com/about/legal/#privacyrightspage