Senior Production & Maintenance Lead (PLC/Electrical)

ADP, Inc.; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

LaMotte Company, Chestertown, MD, seeks a maintenance supervisor to keep plant equipment running and oversee production on the assigned shift. You will ensure safety, quality, and productivity while leading maintenance and production staff.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, manage staffing and attendance, and coordinate with management to meet lean and TPM goals. Strong electrical/HVAC knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires good math skills and the ability to read and understand instructions and manuals.
• Must have thorough knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills to oversee production personnel.
• Ability to make sound decisions independently during assigned shift operations.
• Requires experience in electrical machine maintenance and modification.
• Must be advanced in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general computer applications.
• Requires experience in building construction and modification.
• Must have electrical, plumbing & HVAC exp.
• EPA certification is preferred, not required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, be able to transport 50 pounds, operate shop equipment, power tools, and use hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair all types of manufacturing equipment using electrical and PLC expertise.
• Oversee production operations during assigned shift to ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for all production and maintenance issues during the shift.
• Ensure staffing levels are adequate and manage attendance for all personnel on shift.
• Approves employee time off and vacation requests in accordance with company policy.
• Coordinates production priorities and communicates with other shifts and management.
• Ensures adherence to SOPs, quality requirements, and safety policies.
• Identifies and escalates production, personnel, or equipment issues as needed.
• Drives accountability and performance within the team.
• Maintains a total productive maintenance program per manufacturer’s instructions.
• This includes HVAC, vacuum systems, dust collection, dehumidifiers, air compressors, furnaces, lighting, etc.
• Assists with handling equipment breakdowns and completes maintenance requests as assigned by Maintenance Engineering Manager.
• Assists in modifications per approved project proposals.
• Uses time between stages of major projects to complete smaller projects.
• Participates in lean activities (kaizen/5S, DMAICs).
• Notifies Manager of problems and cooperates in resolving them.
• Provides Manager with feedback on training needs.
• Complies with all Company policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Leadership

Electrical maintenance

Reading manuals

Math skills

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Shop tools & power tools

Building construction/modification

Electrical, plumbing & HVAC

Driver's license

Heavy lifting (50 lbs)

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree not specified

Tools

Shop tools

Job description

LaMotte Company, Chestertown, MD, seeks a maintenance supervisor to keep plant equipment running and oversee production on the assigned shift. You will ensure safety, quality, and productivity while leading maintenance and production staff.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, manage staffing and attendance, and coordinate with management to meet lean and TPM goals. Strong electrical/HVAC knowledge is essential.