Maintenance Supervisor

Kohler Co. • Huntsville, AL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Kohler is seeking an enthusiastic Maintenance Supervisor to lead skilled trades technicians. The role assists with predictive, preventive, and reactive maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment and facilities infrastructure. It is based onsite in Huntsville, Alabama.

The supervisor coordinates and develops the skilled trades team, manages work orders and maintenance backlogs, helps resolve recurring repair problems, and coordinates critical parts and materials with the Maintenance Planner and MRO Buyer. The role also supports safe operations, shop organization, budget adherence, staffing and parts availability, and collaboration across departments and shifts.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. The salary range is $77,200–$117,300, with the specific offer influenced by experience, education, and work location. The position is also eligible for performance bonus/variable incentive compensation. Kohler states that applicable benefit programs are available from the first day of employment.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a technical program required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• A combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in maintenance operations roles in manufacturing operations.
• Good knowledge of sound practices and principles of supervision.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies, communicate effectively, and develop team members.
• Experience maintaining automated manufacturing processes is required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with the SAP Maintenance Module.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, compressors, boilers, chillers, water treatment, dust collectors, basic electrical systems including controls, and safety practices including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), fall protection, and basic rigging.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of skilled trades technicians.
• Assign predictive, preventive, and reactive maintenance work orders.
• Respond with priority to requests for support.
• Manage maintenance backlogs through effective planning and scheduling.
• Lead, mentor, coach, and develop skilled trades employees; identify skill gaps and support internal and external training.
• Analyze critical and recurring repair problems, initiate required actions, and provide technical assistance and follow-up.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Planner and MRO Buyer to order and stock critical repair parts and other maintenance materials within Maintenance Stores.
• Enforce safety protocols in support of company policies, commonly understood safety regulations, OSHA, and FM Global requirements.
• Maintain an organized shop, assign 5S duties, and ensure daily and shift-to-shift cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Support and adhere to the assigned budget.
• Schedule manpower, equipment availability, and spare parts to meet planned operating objectives.
• Maintain good working relationships with all departments and shifts.
• Complete training on applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Applicable benefit programs available from the first day of employment, with no waiting period.
• Competitive total rewards package supporting health and wellbeing.
• Access to career growth and development opportunities.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree