Instrument & Electrical Supervisor

REC SOLAR GRADE SILICON LLC•Butte, MT

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Accountable for the daily supervision, direction, coordination, and development of Instrument & Electrical Technicians to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The following duties represent the general scope of the role and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
3–5 years of relevant industrial maintenance or electrical/instrumentation experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior supervisory or management experience required.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong working knowledge of chemical plant equipment, maintenance practices, and preventive maintenance programs.
Detailed understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements related to maintenance activities.
Ability to assist technicians in troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical system issues.
Effective planning and resource allocation skills to ensure timely completion of work.
Ability to influence and coordinate with operations regarding maintenance scheduling and priorities.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team in a collaborative environment.
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to address performance issues and implement corrective actions consistently and fairly.
Employees are expected to identify and report environmental concerns and support compliance with environmental policies and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
Experience with SAP or other computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) preferred.
Familiarity with site-specific processes preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct Instrument & Electrical Technicians in the maintenance and repair of plant machinery, equipment, and facilities.
Coordinate with maintenance planners, operations, and other departments to establish work priorities and schedule resources effectively.
Authorize requisitions for tools, materials, and equipment necessary to complete assigned work.
Perform administrative responsibilities including incident and near-miss investigations, timecard approvals, reporting, documentation of personnel matters, and development of procedures.
Enforce company policies and safety regulations; promote a strong safety culture.
Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and quality expectations.
Fulfill assigned responsibilities within the site Emergency Response Plan.
Train and coach employees on safety practices and accident prevention; lead investigations and implement corrective actions.
Identify and recommend improvements to work processes, equipment utilization, and overall efficiency.
Analyze and resolve technical and personnel-related work issues.
Maintain accurate records of labor, work orders, and maintenance activities.
Ensure compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
Directly supervise all Instrument & Electrical Technicians.
Interview, hire, train, coach, mentor, and assign daily work activities.
Manage employee performance, including evaluations, development planning, and corrective actions.
Assist in developing and monitoring the department’s annual budget.
Approve timecards and expense reports for assigned personnel.