Maintenance Supervisor 2nd Shift (BSA-1, Montgomery, AL)

The Maintenance Supervisor position is integral to the operational success of the maintenance department within a manufacturing or industrial setting, specifically in sectors such as automotive manufacturing. This role requires a leadership-oriented individual responsible for providing oversight and guidance to the maintenance team to ensure optimal equipment functionality and minimal downtime. Typically employed as a full-time position, the Maintenance Supervisor directly influences production efficiency by managing preventive maintenance schedules, coordinating repairs, and supervising maintenance staff across various shifts including weekends and holidays. The employment offers a competitive salary package reflecting its critical nature in industrial operations.

The company hiring for this role is situated within the manufacturing industry, likely serving the automotive sector given the preferred experience with automobile industry standards and automotive manufacturing processes. Known for its adherence to safety and quality standards, the company emphasizes compliance with regulatory bodies such as OSHA and promotes continuous improvement in maintenance operations through effective leadership and collaborative work culture.

As the Maintenance Supervisor, the individual will operate production equipment to impart practical training to maintenance operators, develop comprehensive work plans and schedules for weekends, holidays, and shutdown periods, and supervise the execution of preventive maintenance. A critical aspect of the role is the monitoring and reporting of key performance indicators including downtime, Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), which are essential metrics for maintaining high operational standards. The supervisor also ensures the upkeep of 3R5S standards—which relate to workplace organization and safety—across maintenance-related work areas, thus fostering a secure and efficient environment.

The role involves substantial interaction with vendors and contractors to address maintenance issues effectively and requires the preparation of detailed reports on work progress, attendance, and training outcomes. Utilization of software tools such as SAP to create and track maintenance orders and continuous improvement initiatives is expected, demonstrating the company's commitment to leveraging technology for operational excellence.

Additionally, the Maintenance Supervisor supports new equipment installations in collaboration with engineering teams and ensures accurate documentation of process data to comply with equipment and environmental regulations such as those mandated by ADEM and OEM. Training and evaluating the maintenance team’s skills are regular responsibilities to uphold performance standards and promote professional growth. Safety compliance, particularly regarding personal protective equipment, is of utmost priority, aligning with the company’s culture of workplace safety and risk mitigation.

This role is perfect for a maintenance professional who possesses a comprehensive technical skill set that includes pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, mechanical systems, robotics, automation, and injection molding machinery. Leadership capabilities and experience supervising maintenance teams are critical for success. The preferred candidate will typically have an associate’s degree plus three years of supervisory experience or a high school diploma/GED with seven years of similar experience, alongside familiarity with SAP and automated production lines. This position not only demands technical expertise but also strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive maintenance functions that support continuous production and improvement.