Maintenance Supervisor

Position Overview

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for coordinating training and activities of skilled workers in a variety of facets within the Maintenance Department (Electrical & Mechanical). Drives continuous improvement projects and supports the daily needs of personnel in support of manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in scheduling work and providing daily direction and support to maintenance personnel to support department and manufacturing objectives
• Review requests for Maintenance group support of repairs and improvements to provide clear direction to personnel
• *Daily maintenance and improvement of LEAN manufacturing and TPM programs within the department
• Maintain inventory system to identify parts, inventory levels and source of replacement material
• Prepare and submit purchase requisitions for replenishment and repair work
• *Work with electricians and technicians in troubleshooting and development of improved controls and PLC
• Understand and administer work with energized equipment to facilitate troubleshooting, while maintaining safety of personnel
• Using departmental personnel resources, diagnose causes of electrical problems or failures to identify required equipment and system repairs
• Work with Electricians and Technicians in inspection of electrical systems and their components to evaluate condition, recommending preventive maintenance and identification of necessary repairs
• Prepares written materials to document activities and convey information to personnel under their direction
• Follows verbal and written instruction and is accountable for his/her actions
• Follows safety guidelines (PPE, etc.) and demonstrates safe work practices
• Ability to perform tasks in a safe manner, following plant safety rules, including Lockout/Tagout
• Adhere to the safety and quality standards (goals and metrics) of the organization while working within a team environment
• Accepts increased responsibility and is accountable for their actions
• Promotes job and process improvement as it relates to the department
• Responds to multiple assignments in a timely and efficient manner
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required
• No less than two years of supervisory experience, directing skilled and semi-skilled employees
• Experience in a Maintenance environment strongly preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable codes, including National Electrical Code
• Self-directed with high level of initiative and strong work ethic required
• Strong electrical knowledge to be able to understand requirements of work and materials and be a resource to tradespeople
• Knowledge of PLC systems, variable frequency and DC drives
• Ability to read and understand instruction manuals for installation and troubleshooting of equipment
• Ability to use electrical test equipment (i.e. multi-meter)
• Possess the ability to react to changes of responsibility throughout the day

• Must have the flexibility to respond to multiple assignments and a strong multi-tasking capability
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved, written and oral instructions
• Math skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent
• Must be willing to work on whatever shift they are needed, including nights and weekends
• Ability to speak, read and write English fluently
• Computer skills, including familiarization with Microsoft Office, Oracle, and Outlook

Physical Demands

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Wear the proper personal protective equipment for each task, including, but not limited to, safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, dust mask, etc
• Climb up and down from equipment; climb up and down a ladder and work at heights up to 40’
• Maintain proper balance while working at elevated level
• Regularly lift and/or move 40 pounds
• Anything heavier than 40 pounds requires additional assistance
• Ability to reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, or handle objects, tools and controls
• Ability to stand, walk, crawl, and climb stairs regularly
• Ability to bend, squat, stoop, kneel or crouch frequently
• Ability to talk and/or hear frequently
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors regularly in all elements

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. Proper Lockout/Tagout procedures are to be adhered to.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.

Benefits

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.

Affirmative Action / Equal Employer Opportunity 

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.

SubCom’s Core Values

Quality   -   Accountability   -   Teamwork   -   Innovation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location