Maintenance Supervisor
Zekelman Industries•Chicago, IL
About The Position
Reporting to the Department Manager, the hands-on Maintenance Supervisor oversees the maintenance team and is responsible for the reliability, efficiency, and safety of plant equipment. The role coordinates preventive maintenance programs, troubleshoots machinery issues, and leads skilled maintenance technicians. It involves maintaining plant equipment such as mills, welders, cutting systems, and material-handling equipment, while supporting safe, reliable production and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
- At least 2 years of supervisory experience leading a maintenance team.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues and implement effective solutions.
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and industrial safety best practices.
- Associate degree or technical certification in industrial maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related field; equivalent work experience is considered.
Nice To Haves
- Industrial maintenance experience in steel manufacturing or heavy industry.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance technicians to support efficient daily operations.
- Oversee and participate in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining plant machinery, including mills, welders, cutting systems, and material-handling equipment.
- Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and improve equipment longevity.
- Enforce safety protocols and regulatory compliance, ensuring OSHA and company policies are followed.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and production disruptions and coordinate emergency repairs when needed.
- Monitor spare-parts inventory and coordinate procurement of necessary components.
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in maintenance processes.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and compliance reports.
- Work with production, engineering, and quality teams to support seamless operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.
- Tuition assistance program.
- Bonus plan.
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
