Senior Maintenance Supervisor E&I

Liberty Diversified International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is hiring a Senior Maintenance Supervisor E&I in Becker, MN. The role leads a daily crew, coordinates maintenance on process equipment, and partners with an electrical contractor to ensure reliability and uptime.

The position emphasizes safety, training, and performance coaching across a skilled team. The candidate will drive planning, budgeting and procurement while mentoring technicians and guiding project execution to optimize equipment availability and

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or equivalent in electrical discipline or instrumentation.
• 7+ years industrial maintenance experience with leadership background.
• 3+ years leading others and coordinating maintenance teams.
• Strong planning, organization and problem solving in fast-paced settings.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and communicate with specialists.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to maintenance teams and ensure safety standards.
• Oversee planning, coordination and execution of non-shutdown maintenance.
• Manage maintenance budget, parts procurement and labor estimates.
• Develop and train team members; conduct performance reviews.
• Collaborate on new equipment specs and reliability improvements.

Skills

leadership

maintenance management

safety compliance

communication skills

problem solving

team development

Education

Two-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or Instrumentation & Control, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

PLC logic and controls

Rockwell

ABB Siemens

Job description

Location: Becker, MN, United States
Business Unit: Liberty Paper
Remote Type: No Remote

The Senior Maintenance Supervisor E&I oversees and coordinates the maintenance activities for the Mill. Leads a daily crew of 4-8 M aintenance T echnicians (4 on days, 4 on shift) and 1 electrical contractor who maintain s /repair s process equipment and other assets for the facility (electrical and i nstrumentation, mechanical, building equipment and grounds). Facilitates hiring technicians, responsible for organizing schedules, and assign ing work activity. Performs training to ensure individuals have all required skills. Additional responsibilities include developing and implementing maintenance procedures and maintaining skills and training records. Supervisor monitors and evaluates each technician’s performance and provides guidance , coaching and development where needed. Supervisor is involved in the investigation of incidents/accidents. This position will have an E&I focus and will work directly with the Sr. Maintenance Supervisor (Mechanical) .

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides leadership to the Maintenance team by maintaining standards in safety. Ensures all individual safety training is completed on time, as required. Participates and supports the accident investigation process.
• Drives engagement & accountability within the maintenance team to deliver results. Leads and encourages problem solving by all team members in addressing opportunities within the workplace. Proactively works to ensure exceptional customer service is delivered by the team.
• Oversees the planning, coordination and execution of all non-shutdown facility maintenance to optimize equipment uptime, safety, and operational performance. Submit maintenance budget recommendations, monitor expenditures, prepare cost estimates, and provide support for Mill projects. Additionally, monitors and recommends labor and overtime needs.
• Oversees the Maintenance Work Order System with measurable metrics.
• Review and recommend the procurement of required parts and/or services to ensure maximum equipment up time, equipment reliability and operational excellence.
• Responsible for the building & grounds infrastructure preservation to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment for all employees as well as protecting our capital assets.
• Responsible for t eam d evelopment and training by providing guidance, mentoring , coaching , development and training opportunities. Responsible for completing midyear and annual performance reviews by the required deadline and develops performance goals and metrics for the team. .
• Provide input on new equipment and modifications, standardize equipment specifications, considering reliability and ease of maintenance. Gives input on required critical spares based on overall risk.
• This position may be required to work extended hours and weekends depending on mill needs.
• Other duties, as assigned .

REQUIRED EDUCATION , EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Two - year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or Instrumentation & Control , E lectrical E ngineering or extensive applicable experience in a related role or any equivalent combination of education, experience or training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
• 7+ years i ndustrial maintenance experience .
• 3+ years p revious experience in leading others .
• Consistently meets or surpasses established goals and achieves exceptional results. Demonstrates a strong results-oriented mindset and effectively motivates both self and others to achieve successful outcomes.
• Strong organization, time management and planning skills required to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to changes in business requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates strong flexibility and adaptability, effectively reprioritizing work and shifting focus as business needs evolve.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the proven ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Self-motivated with great follow-up skills and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong decision-making ability, including the ability to anticipate problems, develop contingency plans and act quickly to resolve issues.
• Strong management skills with a proven track record of developing team members through coaching, mentoring, and growth opportunities; fostering accountability; and effectively navigating difficult employee conversations with professionalism and empathy.
• Ability to communicate with technical specialists and to interpret technical/blueprint drawings and specification documents.
• A bility to work effectively with all levels within the organization; professionally represents self and LPI to external contacts.
• Strong attention to detail/commitment to accuracy .
• Excellent problem - solving skills .

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Pulp and Paper industry experience highly preferred.
• 5+ years previous experience leading others is highly preferred .
• Knowledge and experience with PLC’s , logic, controls and drives (Rockwell, ABB Siemens) system s highly preferred.

C O MPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting base salary range for this position is $ 88,226-$110,282 per year plus eligibility in annual bonus program. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses or deferred compensation options.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits packag e including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week .

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PRODUCTION:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota, Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values – Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence – have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and s olutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics ( Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products ) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.