Maintenance Superintendent

Linacast•Benton Harbor, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Superintendent supports the daily operation of the Maintenance Department by coordinating maintenance activities, supervising maintenance personnel, and ensuring equipment, facilities, and infrastructure operate safely and efficiently. This position provides hands-on leadership to Maintenance Technicians and serves as a working supervisor who assists with preventive maintenance programs, troubleshooting, continuous improvement initiatives, and departmental objectives.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of industrial maintenance practices, equipment troubleshooting, and repair techniques.
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated systems.
Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and respond effectively to changing production needs.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
Understanding of OSHA, MIOSHA, environmental, and safety requirements.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance principles.
Direct supervision of Maintenance Technicians and assigned maintenance personnel.
Provides daily leadership, training, work assignments, performance coaching, and support while assisting the Maintenance Manager in achieving departmental goals.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
5-7 years of maintenance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
Minimum 2 years of leadership, lead technician, or supervisory experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting industrial equipment and facility systems.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification, apprenticeship, or vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and provide daily direction to Maintenance Technicians and assigned maintenance personnel.
Assist in developing and maintaining work schedules to ensure adequate departmental coverage.
Coordinate and prioritize maintenance work orders to support production and facility requirements.
Monitor completion of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
Troubleshoot equipment failures and work directly with technicians to identify root causes and corrective actions.
Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.
Enforce all safety policies, procedures, and safe work instructions.
Assist with planning and execution of equipment installations, upgrades, and facility improvement projects.
Coordinate vendor activities, contractor services, and outside maintenance support as required.
Monitor facility conditions and identify opportunities for equipment reliability and process improvement.
Assist in maintaining records, work orders, equipment history, and maintenance documentation.
Support equipment standardization initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
Assist with planning maintenance shutdowns and scheduled outages.
Train, coach, and develop maintenance personnel while promoting cross-training opportunities.
Assist with inventory management of maintenance supplies, tools, and replacement parts.
Communicate maintenance priorities and equipment status to production, engineering, and leadership teams.
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in emergency response activities and provide support during equipment downtime events.
Perform activities of workers supervised when operational needs require.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.