Maintenance Supervisor III

Innophos • Chicago Heights, IL

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About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor III leads maintenance teams to optimize assets, minimize downtime, and ensure the 24/7 availability of production equipment and facilities while prioritizing safety and efficiency. The role balances contractor support with the internal workforce and works within budget. It includes maintenance coordination, planning and scheduling, training, troubleshooting, project management, and collaboration with plant teams.

Requirements

• A degree in mechanical or chemical engineering is preferred; relevant trades experience, such as millwright experience, is also welcomed.
• At least 5 years of maintenance supervisory experience if the candidate does not have a degree.
• Familiarity with industrial maintenance techniques, including PM, PDM, CMMS, RCM, and TPM.
• Solid understanding of engineering and safety practices.
• Ability to coordinate, train, and motivate hourly employees and outside contractors.
• Strong verbal and technical writing skills.
• Ability to estimate, plan, and schedule work orders while managing budgets and costs.
• Collaborative approach to supporting maintenance teams and working with colleagues.
• Experience with powder handling and milling equipment.
• Experience with pump, air, and electric-powered equipment.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety standards, lead employee training, and conduct pre-job safety reviews.
• Train personnel, oversee the MOC process, and ensure compliance with food safety and quality requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to crafts and troubleshoot maintenance issues.
• Schedule employees, develop daily work schedules, facilitate daily update meetings, and document daily work.
• Be available 24/7 for emergency repairs.
• Plan major shutdowns and coordinate scheduling with outside contractors.
• Act as Mechanical Planner when needed.
• Lead improvement projects, investigate equipment failures, and oversee outside contractors.
• Collaborate with plant teams to achieve objectives and perform other assigned tasks.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting the first of the month after hire.
• Eligibility for an annual incentive bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts.
• 401(k) eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution.
• Vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal days, and sick days.
• Company-provided life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Fitness membership reimbursement program.
• Educational assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed