Second Shift Maintenance Supervisor

Elevate Talent Advisors LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations. The role involves hands-on technical troubleshooting and team leadership to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have over 4 years of experience in mechanical or electrical trades and previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to read blueprints are essential. This position may require working overtime and in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in mechanical or electrical trades.
• Experience supervising a maintenance team in manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the maintenance team.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment across multiple systems.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintain accurate records related to maintenance and equipment.

Skills

Team leadership

Technical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and oversee maintenance operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This position combines hands-on technical troubleshooting with team leadership to ensure equipment reliability, compliance with safety standards, and minimal production downtime.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the maintenance team to meet daily production and facility goals.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment across multiple systems, including:
• • Electrical: 3-phase power, drives, print reading.
  • Electronics: Analog/digital, component-level repair.
  • Instrumentation: Equipment calibrations.
  • HVAC & Boilers: Ammonia/Freon systems, chillers, furnaces, high/low pressure boilers.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and reports related to maintenance and equipment.
• Collaborate with production and operations leadership to minimize downtime.
• Lead by example, train, and develop maintenance staff.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical or electrical trades (vocational training may substitute for 2 years).
• Previous experience supervising a maintenance team in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and technical skills across multiple systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to perform physical job requirements (lifting up to 100 lbs., crouching, standing, squatting, working in cold environments).
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to legally work in the United States.