Maintenance Supervisor

Hr Journals
  • Davenport, Iowa
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

Job description:

Are you ready to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are looking for a proactive, safety-focused, and results-driven professional to join our team as a Maintenance Unit Supervisor. In this role, you will lead unionized craft employees, provide technical troubleshooting support, and ensure reliable operations across production areas. If you thrive in a hands-on setting, enjoy mentoring teams, and excel at problem-solving, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and guide mechanical and electrical crafts within your assigned department.
  • Execute both planned and unplanned maintenance activities to meet operational goals.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and lead safety discussions and job-specific reviews.
  • Manage crew assignments, ensuring fairness, clarity, and alignment with production priorities.
  • Apply root cause analysis and rapid problem-solving to restore or improve operations.
  • Support productivity, safety, quality, and delivery performance through effective leadership.
  • Collaborate with other teams to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Rotate between day and night shifts on a defined schedule to oversee 12-hour operations.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or GED (required).
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience with direct reports.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Familiarity with labor agreements, HR/IR practices, and union environments.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Benefits:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment

How to Apply:
Interested? Just send a message.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Numbers & Facts

LocationDavenport, Iowa

Skills

  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Human Resources Processesunmatched
  • IR (Infrared)unmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Operational Improvementunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched

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