Maintenance Supervisor

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAbout the Role:We are looking for a skilled Industrial Maintenance Manager to join the Maintenance team at our Wood Pellet Manufacturing facility. The Maintenance Manager is responsible for managing the daily work schedule and execution of plant maintenance, to ensure the plant can safely produce pellets which meet our production goals and quality specifications. If you have experience leading a maintenance team with a focus on safety we encourage you to apply.What will you do:As our new Industrial Maintenance Manager, you will be required to:Adhere to all company safety policies and OSHA standards.Demonstrate safety and maintenance procedures and equipment/tool operation to new employees and ensure team completes required training and certifications.Implement maintenance methods and procedures designed to reduce downtime, supply chain losses, minimize operating costs, and optimize the utilization of technicians, materials, and assets.Partner with manufacturing teams to deliver production targets and quality objectives.Provide technical expertise to increase the number of zero breakdown machines, reduce breakdown re-occurrences, and increase Mean Time between Failure (MTBF).Monitor, coach, and hold the mechanics and electricians accountable in performing their jobs safely and in accordance with defined maintenance procedures and job plans to achieve safety, quality, and production goals.Direct maintenance team and contractors to effectively deal with unexpected breakdowns in the production process to achieve production goals.Complete employee performance reviews.Reviewing work backlog & weekly work schedule and working with other Area Supervisors to ensure the right work is getting done effectively and efficiently.Communicate detailed work schedules for the following day, as well as results from the previous day to other management groups. Understand gaps and opportunities that occurred and develop plans to address.Lead a maintenance-turnover meeting, communicating to oncoming shift any safety incidents/issues, schedule updates, production performance, and any special instructions.Communicate daily results, and top action items for the day to plant management during daily morning management meetings.Review and ensure compliance with safe work practices, operational excellence management standards, standard operating procedures, standard Preventative Maintenance (PM) procedures, job plans, and standard repair procedures.Work with Shift Leaders on any safety/environmental incidents that may have occurred, that involve the maintenance organization.Review and approve time/attendance using approved HR Information Management SystemOwn the operation, maintenance, and performance of plant equipment such as TSI-Dryer burner systems, pellet mills, air compressors, boilers, air conditioners, offices, etc.Enter work requests for emergency breakdowns on plant equipment and observed issues in the computerize maintenance management system (CMMS).Ensure appropriate coverage from other shifts / areas to cover for any planned/unplanned time-off.Own and maintain the process of storing, organizing, and charging out spare maintenance parts.Consistently partner with other team members to proactively manage maintenance costs and purchasing practices for driving value with effective and controlled spending.Willing and able to use a computer including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Email, Project, PowerBI), OESuites, Rockwell VantagePoint (dashboards and machine trends), D365 EAM Software.About You:To succeed in this role, you should possess the following qualifications, knowledge and abilities:Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Engineering or related discipline OR Certified Skilled Trades Person.5+ years of supervisory or management experience in wood products or related industry.Experience delivering reliability improvements in a fast-changing manufacturing environment.Experience managing maintenance teams as they deliver continuous improvements.Experience managing P.M. (Preventative Maintenance) practices.Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).Experience using CMMS and EAM Software.Proven track record coaching, mentoring, and motivating and managing employees' skills development.Demonstrated experience proactively leading and coaching teams to solve problems, utilizing automatic line monitoring and other reliability improvement processes.Experience setting business targets to drive and sustain continuous loss reductions.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team leadership skills.Must be able to work in environments that reach temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.Able to work in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment.Able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment.Ability to work evenings, weekends, and overnight to address unexpected site issues.Able to work on call on nights and weekends as needed.Able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, crawling, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day.Ability to pull and lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA.Less than 10% travel to other CM Biomass facilities.Why Join Us:Be part of a team that prioritizes safety and sustainability.Opportunities for skill development and cross-training.Work in a fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative environment.Contribute to green energy solutions by being a part of a company focused on sustainability.What We Offer:A competitive wage package with opportunities for advancement.Comprehensive health and dental benefits, along with a 401K plan and bonuses to support your financial goals.Full-time hours and career stability.Apply Now!If youre a motivated Maintenance Manager with a strong commitment to safety and quality, apply today with your most recent resume. We look forward to hearing from you!Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.Job Type: Full-timePay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule:10 hour shiftMonday to FridayWeekends as neededWork Location: In person

Created: 2025-04-04