Maintenance Supervisor

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Maintenance Supervisor Job Description The Maintenance Supervisor leads and motivates a diverse maintenance team in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment to ensure equipment reliability, environmental protection, and operational sustainability. This is a first-shift, hands-on working supervisor role, where you work alongside the team, collaborate closely with production, and ensure maintenance issues are addressed safely, efficiently, and with a strong focus on continuous improvement and minimizing downtime. Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and delegate day-to-day maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner. Work hands-on with the maintenance team to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective countermeasures. Ensure accurate and timely completion of work orders in the CMMS, capturing work details, labor hours, and parts used each day. Plan work schedules and assignments to ensure all equipment is serviced within specified maintenance guidelines and preventive maintenance schedules. Drive effective resolution of maintenance issues and recommend improvements to machine and equipment conditions and overall operations. Maintain strong communication with the team to promote continuous improvement, safe work practices, and root cause analysis. Supervise and manage outside trades and contractors in accordance with contractor management guidelines. Follow up on repairs by auditing staff and contractors to ensure quality, completeness, and adherence to standards. Meet and exceed downtime targets by optimizing repair processes and maintenance of equipment. Lead daily shift handoff meetings and ensure objectives and action items are clearly communicated and met. Collaborate with the Maintenance Planner and Operations to plan and execute tasks that reduce production interruptions. Oversee, maintain, and continuously improve the preventive maintenance program. Ensure shop cleanliness and organization (5S) is maintained as a high priority for all crews. Draft and conduct regular performance reviews for maintenance team members. Proactively identify and address team performance concerns and manage the effective resolution of conflicts. Monitor and manage shop tools, parts, and materials to ensure appropriate resources are available to expedite repairs. Support the development of a strong maintenance team through on-the-job training, course recommendations, and ongoing coaching and mentoring. Participate in equipment reviews and design changes to improve reliability, safety, and maintainability. Apply company policies and practices in a fair, consistent, and equitable manner. Ensure the plant has 24/7 maintenance coverage and be available after hours for support when needed. Schedule, monitor, and approve employee hours in the timekeeping system, ensuring all time is processed accurately and on time for payroll. Participate actively in plant safety, health, and environmental programs and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Essential Skills At least 10 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. Minimum 3 years of experience in a lead hand, supervisory, or management role within maintenance. Proven experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for issuing and tracking work orders and scheduling preventive maintenance. Strong background in maintenance supervision and maintenance management in a heavy industrial setting. Hands-on experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repairs. Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing production equipment, including electrical troubleshooting. Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and fluid power components, welding, and PLCs, including basic PLC troubleshooting. Experience as a millwright or in industrial maintenance with a strong mechanical aptitude. Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and coach a maintenance team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Proven ability to problem-solve effectively and make sound, independent decisions under time pressure. Ability to plan, develop, and implement methods and procedures to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and increase utilization of labor and materials. Familiarity and conformance with legislated requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) or similar safety regulations. Strong commitment to safety, including participation in plant safety, health, and environmental programs. Why Work Here? You will join an organization that invests in its people through comprehensive benefits, wellness initiatives, and ongoing development opportunities. Employees have access to profit sharing, health and dental coverage, vision benefits, life and AD&D insurance, critical illness insurance, long-term disability, and a health spending account. A robust Employee Assistance Program supports mental health and overall well-being. The company promotes wellness through gym memberships and wellness programs, and fosters a sense of community with regular social events. There is a strong focus on internal growth and development, supported by an education assistance program and opportunities for advancement. Practical support such as safety shoe and glasses allowances underscores a genuine commitment to safety and employee care. Work Environment This role is based on a first-shift schedule, Monday to Friday, from approximately 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You will work in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment that is non-climate-controlled, where conditions can vary with the seasons. The facility is in the process of being brought back to full operation, so you will be part of a team focused on restoring and improving site performance. The work involves frequent interaction with production equipment, tools, and machinery, and requires adherence to strict safety practices and use of appropriate personal protective equipment, including safety footwear and safety glasses. The environment emphasizes cleanliness and organization through 5S principles and relies heavily on modern maintenance tools such as CMMS and production/productivity software to plan, track, and execute work. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Cherry Hill, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $95000.00/yr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cherry Hill,NJ.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.