Mining Surface Maintenance Lead

Henpen Corporation; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Henpen Corporation in Detroit, MI is seeking a Surface Maintenance Supervisor to lead the mechanical maintenance team supporting surface operations. The role focuses on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance programs, repair prioritization, safety compliance, and workforce leadership to ensure safe and efficient maintenance activities.

The supervisor will coordinate field and shop repairs, manage spare parts, and drive major repair projects while upholding MSHA and company safety

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience working with mining or heavy industrial equipment such as conveyors, crushers, screens, or material handling systems.
• 2+ years supervisory or lead maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Experience working within MSHA or similar safety-regulated environments preferred.
• Strong leadership, safety mindset, and hands-on problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead mechanical maintenance activities for surface operations.
• Manage preventive maintenance (PM) programs and equipment repair priorities.
• Direct field and shop repairs on critical production equipment.
• Support major repair projects and technical improvements.
• Manage spare parts inventory and requisitions.
• Ensure strict adherence to MSHA, EHS, and company safety policies.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and training with maintenance personnel.
• Coach, mentor, and supervise maintenance technicians and mechanics.
• Evaluate team performance and support corrective actions when required.
• Maintain strong communication and ensure compliance with facility procedures.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Supervisory experience

Safety-focused

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Henpen Corporation in Detroit, MI is seeking a Surface Maintenance Supervisor to lead the mechanical maintenance team supporting surface operations. The role focuses on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance programs, repair prioritization, safety compliance, and workforce leadership to ensure safe and efficient maintenance activities.

The supervisor will coordinate field and shop repairs, manage spare parts, and drive major repair projects while upholding MSHA and company safety