Maintenance Technician Supervisor - Automation & Safety

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

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.