E&I Utilities Supervisor

Role: E&I Utilities Supervisor
Type: Direct Hire
Location: Onsite - Brandenburg, KY
Salary: 100-140k/yr + Bonus 


Position Summary

Join our dynamic team as a key player responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of plant electrical, instrumentation, and utility systems. In this role, you will ensure compliance with all HSE and regulatory standards while optimizing maintenance execution, utility performance, and workforce development in a PSM-regulated chemical manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions / Key Accountabilities

HSE

• Demonstrate full compliance with regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, DOT, and all HSE rules, policies, practices, and procedures.
• Verify all PSM requirements are met before returning equipment to service.
• Complete daily safety audits of maintenance and utilities work.
• Perform audits of the permit process to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Conduct or attend area-related Root Cause Investigations as needed.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), 5 Whys, and Management of Change (MOC) for maintenance and utilities areas.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations governing water and wastewater systems.

Operations, Quality & Reliability

• Ensure reliable supply of high-quality utilities, including instrument air, clean raw water, demineralized water for boilers, and high-purity nitrogen.
• Supervise operation, inspection, and maintenance of utilities systems (boilers, RO systems, water treatment, wastewater, etc.).
• Adhere to manufacturer recommendations and best practices in preventive maintenance systems (SAP/CMMS).
• Maintain accurate equipment records and asset data in SAP.
• Lead standardization efforts and enforce operational discipline across shifts.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and training systems for utilities and E&I operations.

Planning, Scheduling & Execution

• Plan, coordinate, and schedule daily maintenance and utility activities.
• Participate in daily scheduling and production meetings to align maintenance priorities with production needs.
• Ensure work readiness, including permits, parts availability, and client planning.
• Assist in executing planned work and reducing maintenance backlog.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to optimize execution.

Productivity & Cost Management

• Optimize maintenance and utility costs through effective prioritization and scheduling.
• Support development and execution of annual cost and productivity improvement plans.
• Authorize overtime based on business needs and priorities.
• Monitor and report on utility consumption and performance metrics monthly.
• Develop, track, and improve KPIs related to utilities, E&I reliability, and maintenance performance.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, reliability, and cost performance.
• Support capital and improvement projects related to utilities and E&I systems.

Leadership & People

• Maintain attendance and vacation documentation for all direct reports (Maintenance E&I techs and Utilities operators).
• Lead E/I and Utilities organizations and area employees efficiently.
• Ensure appropriate job-related qualifications and training. Develop KPIs to track people’s performance.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Technical Oversight

• Provide technical expertise for the safe and reliable operation of electrical, instrumentation, and utility systems.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for equipment and process issues.
• Collaborate with engineering on system improvements, upgrades, and future demand planning.

Education

High School Education required. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is a plus.

Experience / Required Skills

• 5-10 or more years of related experience in electrical maintenance and utilities management and coordination, preferably in the chemical manufacturing industry.
• Experience with highly hazardous chemicals in an OSHA PSM environment is highly preferred.
• Specific knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, boiler operations and water treatment systems, reverse osmosis, and wastewater treatment process is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in math and utilization of Excel spreadsheets is required.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and understand production schedules.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Good organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and basic computer skills are necessary.

Certifications / Licenses

Solid Waste Operator/Manager and/or Drinking water and wastewater certification is highly desirable.

Physical Demands

Ability to work in a plant environment and move throughout the facility while wearing required PPE.