Mobile Equipment Maintenance Lead

BRT EXTRUSIONS INC; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

BRT Extrusions in Niles, OH is seeking a Mobile Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to lead a small team of technicians responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing our mobile equipment to support safe, reliable plant operations.

You will develop your team, improve equipment performance, and help keep the operation running smoothly while promoting a culture of safety and accountability. This role requires hands-on leadership and strong mechanical skills within a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• At least 2 years of automotive, diesel, or heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and hold a team accountable for performance.
• Willingness to work 10-hour shifts and occasional weekends based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and oversee daily maintenance and repair activities of technicians on your shift.
• Provide hands-on technical support, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs as needed.
• Assign work, prioritize repairs, and ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and on schedule.
• Coach, develop, and manage technician performance, focusing on repair quality and productivity.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend improvements to reduce downtime.
• Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing OSHA standards and plant procedures.
• Conduct safety meetings and provide technical guidance and training to team members.
• Monitor equipment conditions, maintenance progress, and technician performance through reporting and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve shop efficiency, work practices, and equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance personnel to minimize downtime and support goals.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Communication

Organization

Safety awareness

Job description

BRT Extrusions in Niles, OH is seeking a Mobile Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to lead a small team of technicians responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing our mobile equipment to support safe, reliable plant operations.

You will develop your team, improve equipment performance, and help keep the operation running smoothly while promoting a culture of safety and accountability. This role requires hands-on leadership and strong mechanical skills within a manufacturing setting.