Maintenance Supervisor

AimHire; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AimHire is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for a precision manufacturing environment in Farmington, CT. The role leads a maintenance team, oversees machine maintenance, and drives reliability across the shop floor.

You will supervise technicians, manage work requests, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and ensure safety protocols are followed in daily operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years running a maintenance department
• Self-starter with strong reasoning and energy
• Collaborative, team-first leadership style — decisive, credible, and organized

Responsibilities

• Lead the team: Supervise Maintenance Technicians, delegate work, and train apprentices
• Own machine maintenance: Oversee repair, rebuilding, and installation across the facility
• Manage the workflow: Run the Manager Plus system for work requests/orders and keep asset files current
• Troubleshoot & repair: Diagnose mechanical issues, dismantle/reassemble equipment, and design, build, and grind machine parts as needed
• Keep parts stocked: Maintain inventory and purchase repair/spare parts
• Build small equipment for new design needs
• Champion safety: Enforce Lockout/Tagout and rigging protocols

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Team supervision

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

Tool Maker or Machinist certification

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor - Precision Manufacturing | Farmington, CT

About the Company

Our client is an established precision manufacturer with decades of experience producing metal components and assemblies for a range of industries, including medical, defense, and aerospace. Family owned and managed, they partner closely with customers from early prototyping through full-volume production, and are known for taking on complex, precision-driven work that requires real technical expertise.

This is a great opportunity to take the lead of a maintenance department at a well-established, mission-driven precision manufacturer - training apprentices, driving equipment reliability, and shaping how the team operates.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the team: Supervise Maintenance Technicians, delegate work, and train apprentices
• Own machine maintenance: Oversee repair, rebuilding, and installation across the facility
• Manage the workflow: Run the Manager Plus system for work requests/orders and keep asset files current
• Troubleshoot & repair: Diagnose mechanical issues, dismantle/reassemble equipment, and design, build, and grind machine parts as needed
• Keep parts stocked: Maintain inventory and purchase repair/spare parts
• Build small equipment for new design needs
• Champion safety: Enforce Lockout/Tagout and rigging protocols

Qualifications:

• Tool Maker or Machinist certification, with 5+ years running a maintenance department
• A self-starter with strong reasoning, sound judgment, and high energy
• A collaborative, team-first leadership style — decisive, credible, and organized
• Computer literacy and the ability to instruct others
• Physical ability to read prints/inspect parts closely, work with manual dexterity, stoop/bend frequently, and lift up to 35 lbs unassisted
• Reliable attendance as an essential function of the role

AimHire is an equal opportunity employer.