Maintenance Superintendent

Old World Industries • New Kensington, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Superintendent serves as a hands-on technical resource responsible for equipment troubleshooting, facility repairs, preventive maintenance, and coordinating maintenance activities to support production. This role promotes OWI safety standards, identifies corrective actions, manages parts procurement, and performs inspections to prevent future issues. The position requires hands-on experience with fabrication, installation, operation, and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Excellent leadership, management, and supervisory skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to effectively schedule projects, resources, and staff
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to apply practical calculations
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Understanding of cost analysis, productivity metrics, and operational impacts
• Ability to present information clearly and accurately
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy
• Sound judgement and knowledge of safety procedures and practices
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5+ of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment required
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification required

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology or related field preferred
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Millwright, or related technical certifications preferred
• Experience with Six Sigma, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement practices preferred

Responsibilities

• Trains, mentors, and develops maintenance department personnel to enhance technical skills and performance
• Plans, schedules, and coordinates daily maintenance activities to ensure efficient department operations and timely completion of work
• Conducts performance reviews and provides ongoing feedback to support employee development
• Oversees daily maintenance operations and ensures work is completed safely, accurately, and timely
• Evaluates facility systems and equipment to identify improvement opportunities
• Develops and maintains maintenance procedures and preventive maintenance schedules
• Assists with budget planning, repair estimates, and project costs
• Utilizes root cause analysis to identify and resolve equipment and process issues
• Leads by example and effectively guides a maintenance team
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Company-paid identity theft insurance
• Company-paid disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Voluntary life insurance
• Legal benefits
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED