Position: Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI

Shift: TBD

Pay Range: TBD

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and directing a team of four maintenance technicians in the upkeep, repair, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, facilities, and utilities. This role ensures maximum equipment uptime, regulatory compliance, and a safe working environment to support the production of high-quality carbon, graphite, ceramic, and complementary products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership & Supervision

Supervise, schedule, and provide day-to-day direction to a team of four maintenance technicians.
Conduct performance evaluations, set individual goals, and facilitate ongoing training and development.
Foster a collaborative, safety-first team culture aligned with Schunk's operational standards.
Coordinate workload distribution to ensure efficient coverage across all shifts and maintenance priorities.

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

Plan, schedule, and oversee all preventive maintenance (PM) activities for manufacturing equipment, electrical systems, utilities, and building infrastructure.
Respond to and resolve equipment breakdowns and unplanned downtime, minimizing production impact.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and equipment histories in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
Perform root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

Facilities & Equipment Management

Oversee maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment used in carbon, graphite, and ceramic production processes.
Manage facility systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air, and dust collection.
Coordinate and oversee work performed by outside contractors and vendors; review and approve work quality.
Maintain spare parts inventory; manage procurement of parts and supplies within budget parameters.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and ISO quality standards.
Conduct and document safety inspections, equipment lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and hazard assessments.
Lead or support investigation of near-misses, incidents, and corrective action plans.
Maintain compliance documentation for equipment certifications, inspections, and regulatory requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Projects

Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce energy consumption, and lower maintenance costs.
Support capital project planning, equipment installations, and facility modifications.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to align maintenance priorities with operational goals.
Track and report key maintenance metrics including downtime, PM completion rates, and cost per repair.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

Associate's degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, or a related field - OR - equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead capacity.
Demonstrated experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS software.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, LOTO procedures, and industrial safety practices.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to coordinate across departments and with outside vendors.

Preferred

Experience in a carbon, graphite, ceramics, or advanced materials manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) troubleshooting experience.
Experience managing facilities in a dusty or high-temperature industrial environment.
Bilingual skills a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 25 lbs. frequently.
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb ladders for extended periods.
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, noise, heat, and varying temperatures.
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirator, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.

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