Supervisor, Maintenance Technician

Mesa Laboratories, Inc.; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Labs is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for its Sterilization and Disinfection Control division. You will lead maintenance technicians, plan and coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective activities, and drive reliability and continuous improvement while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Facilities to minimize downtime, monitor maintenance metrics, and implement TPM and Lean initiatives across the manufacturing

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience leading teams or providing work direction preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily maintenance technicians, assign work priorities, and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for manufacturing equipment, utilities, and facility systems.
• Ensure maintenance activities are documented in the CMMS.
• Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives and support Lean/TPM.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations in partnership with management.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

High school diploma

Tools

CMMS

Maintenance planning software

Job description

Job Overview

Maintenance Supervisor position with the Sterilization and Disinfection Control division, focused on overseeing maintenance activities in manufacturing and related operations. Responsibilities include leadership of maintenance technicians, planning and coordinating maintenance work, and driving reliability and continuous improvement while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Duties/Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise the daily activities of maintenance technicians, assign work priorities, and ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to support employee development and accountability.
• Monitor attendance, productivity, and work quality while maintaining appropriate staffing levels to meet operational needs.
• Promote teamwork, communication, and a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and corrective action in partnership with management and Human Resources.

Maintenance Operations

• Coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for manufacturing equipment, utilities, and facility systems.
• Prioritize work based on production schedules, equipment criticality, and operational requirements.
• Monitor work order completion and ensure maintenance activities are documented in the CMMS.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation equipment.
• Escalate complex issues requiring additional engineering or technical expertise.

Equipment Reliability & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, uptime, and maintenance effectiveness.
• Support implementation of preventive maintenance improvements and reliability initiatives.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions following equipment failures.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance equipment performance and reduce downtime.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and other continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety policies and applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, confined space, and other safety requirements.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and address unsafe conditions promptly.
• Support investigations of safety incidents and implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure maintenance documentation complies with company quality and regulatory requirements.

Planning, Scheduling & Resource Coordination

• Coordinate maintenance schedules with Production and other departments to minimize disruption.
• Monitor inventory of maintenance parts, tools, and supplies; communicate replenishment needs as appropriate.
• Coordinate work performed by outside contractors and service providers.
• Assist with maintenance planning, scheduling, and workload prioritization.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and communicate equipment concerns to management.

Experience / Education

• Associate's degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, or related discipline preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience leading teams or providing work direction preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and experience will be considered.

Knowledge and Skillsets Required

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial equipment maintenance.
• Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with CMMS software and maintenance planning systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and coordinate repair activities.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and industrial maintenance safety practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and employee coaching skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Facilities personnel.
• Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Physical Demands

• Sitting: Occasionally while completing administrative work and meetings.
• Standing or walking: Frequently throughout manufacturing and maintenance areas.
• Using computers: Frequent use of computers, tablets, and maintenance management systems.
• Lifting: Occasionally up to 50 pounds while assisting with maintenance activities.
• Repetitive motions: Frequent use of hands, tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Climbing, bending, kneeling, and reaching may be required while inspecting equipment or supporting maintenance activities.

Environmental Conditions

• Workspace: Combination of manufacturing, warehouse, mechanical, and office environments.
• Lighting: Standard manufacturing and office lighting.
• Noise Levels: Frequent exposure to manufacturing equipment and industrial noise.
• Temperature: May be exposed to varying temperatures depending on equipment and facility conditions.
• Ventilation: Manufacturing ventilation systems with occasional exposure to dust, oils, lubricants, and cleaning chemicals appropriate to industrial maintenance environments.
• PPE: Required in designated manufacturing and maintenance areas.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mesa Labs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Mesa Labs conducts criminal background checks upon offer acceptance.

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