Maintenance Supervisor
About The Position
Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp is seeking a skilled Maintenance Supervisor to ensure optimal performance and utilization of company equipment and facilities. The role is suited to someone with industrial maintenance experience, particularly in steel or heavy industrial manufacturing, and hands-on familiarity with production equipment such as cut-to-length lines, slitter lines, shears, and other heavy-duty machinery. Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems is essential. The supervisor helps maintain equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and support a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The position manages three maintenance technicians across three shifts and supports preventive maintenance, inventory, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and equipment upgrades. The supervisor works with production and operations teams to maximize uptime and efficiency, promotes safety, and provides on-the-job training and mentorship. Maintenance coverage and weekend call-in may be needed. The work takes place in a plant environment and involves physical labor.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial setting; steel or metals industry experience is preferred.
- Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Experience in industrial maintenance or a related field; relevant experience may be substituted for a stated educational background.
- Leadership and team management skills.
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting ability.
- Effective communication across departments and functions.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining a focus on safety and quality.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing work demands and priorities.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a steel processing or heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on familiarity with cut-to-length lines, slitter lines, shears, and coil handling systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and other technical documentation.
- Basic PLC troubleshooting knowledge.
- Proficiency with power tools, hand tools, welding equipment, and diagnostic instruments.
- OSHA safety certification or equivalent training.
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of three maintenance technicians across three shifts.
- Understand and work with the preventive maintenance and inventory program.
- Assist with repairs, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on facility equipment.
- Diagnose and repair motors, gear drives, conveyor systems, motor control centers, pneumatic and hydraulic components, and production-line machinery.
- Perform welding, machining, grinding, drilling, and metal fabrication when necessary.
- Lead equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications to support production.
- Use diagnostic tools, including volt-ohm-amp meters, to troubleshoot and service motor control panels and electrical systems.
- Promote and enforce safety protocols and best practices within the maintenance team.
- Collaborate with production and operations teams to maximize equipment uptime and efficiency.
- Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to team members.
- Assist with maintenance coverage and weekend call-in when necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
