Plastics Maintenance Lead — Electrical & PLCs

WMFHA; Rensselaer (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WMFHA in Indiana seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee mechanical and electrical technicians in a plastics manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes safety, tooling knowledge, and leadership to minimize downtime and improve machine efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of related experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage projects and teams while maintaining ISO compliance and safe work practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 3–7 years related experience.
• Ability to accept responsibility and be accountable for actions.
• Motivation to inspire self and others to reach goals.
• Ability to manage personnel and equipment effectively.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to safety rules.
• Proven problem-solving skills with proactive approach.
• Effective verbal communication and teamwork.
• Initiative to make decisions and take action.
• Leadership to influence others and supervise effectively.
• Experience coordinating maintenance and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Maintenance Department functions to support manufacturing.
• Ensure regular, reliable attendance; willing to work non-standard hours.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and reduce downtime; maintain machine efficiency.
• Develop training manuals for maintenance staff.
• Manage spare parts purchasing and storage applications.
• Coordinate with Scheduling and Production for PMs and major repairs.
• Oversee engineers’ and technicians’ day-to-day work and project progression.
• Review work orders, PMs, records and forms; ensure ISO procedures are followed.
• Perform general building maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Lead capital improvement projects and coordinate contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Team Builder

Problem Solving

Safety Awareness

Communication

Initiative

Accountability

Resource Management

Project Management

Management Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical

PLCs

Drives

Job description

WMFHA in Indiana seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee mechanical and electrical technicians in a plastics manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes safety, tooling knowledge, and leadership to minimize downtime and improve machine efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of related experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage projects and teams while maintaining ISO compliance and safe work practices.