Maintenance Supervisor

The Delfield Company•Mount Pleasant, MI

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor directs the maintenance department’s day-to-day activities to support the manufacturing unit and Delfield facilities. The role leads the team with an emphasis on safety, machine reliability, and timely completion of work orders. The supervisor participates in planning and executing equipment maintenance and plant layouts, supports production by minimizing downtime, and implements proactive measures to maximize equipment reliability. The position also coordinates maintenance workload across shifts, including daily support for the night shift, and communicates equipment status and concerns to the Mechanical Engineering Manager. The Delfield Company operates in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, manufacturing and marketing foodservice equipment. This role is listed as full-time, first shift, with travel of up to 5%.

Requirements

Technical degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field, or relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
At least 5 years of maintenance supervision experience in a manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, VFDs, servo drives, sensors, and industrial networking.
Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs, CNC controls, HMIs, and automated manufacturing equipment.
Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems as they interface with electrically controlled equipment.
Knowledge of electrical safety standards, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, and applicable EPA requirements.
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills, particularly with multi-skilled electrical and maintenance technicians.
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a data-driven, root-cause mindset.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate professionally across all organizational levels.
Attention to detail and commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Direct the maintenance department and ensure daily tasks are completed within established timeframes.
Ensure timecards are completed accurately and approve time-off requests in accordance with policy.
Promote a culture of safety, particularly regarding electrical safety, lockout/tagout, arc flash, and NFPA/OSHA compliance.
Oversee timely troubleshooting and equipment repairs to minimize downtime.
Lead, train, guide, and provide technical troubleshooting support to maintenance professionals, particularly on electrical systems and controls.
Set daily, weekly, and monthly objectives using the Keep Trak CMMS, including preventive maintenance for electrical assets.
Conduct regular safety, maintenance, and electrical compliance audits.
Set goals and promote accountability for reliability, response time, and maintenance performance.
Manage shift schedules to ensure adequate coverage across shifts.
Train employees in troubleshooting and repair of electrical panels, drives, motors, PLCs, and control systems as needed.
Coordinate daily workload and provide support to the night-shift maintenance department, particularly for unplanned downtime and emergencies.
Communicate daily with the Mechanical Engineering Manager about equipment status, concerns, and downtime.
Work toward KPI targets and maintenance metrics, including downtime, mean time between failures, and preventive maintenance completion.
Participate in bi-weekly Safety Committee meetings and prioritize corrective actions related to safety hazards.
Ensure direct reports understand and consistently follow company policies, practices, CBA requirements, and procedures.
Act in alignment with the Company Core Values.