Maintenance Supervisor

Locus Management•Peoria, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Locus Fermentation Solutions is a USA-based biotechnology company that develops bio-based solutions for agriculture, energy, mining, and industrial markets using fermentation and formulation technologies. The company’s mission is to use biosurfactants and microbial solutions to improve performance and sustainability across industries. The Maintenance Supervisor leads maintenance activities to improve the reliability, performance, and safety of manufacturing facilities and process equipment. The role supervises maintenance personnel and contractors, coordinates preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, and supports safe and efficient manufacturing operations. It covers facility infrastructure and production equipment, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, automation, HVAC, boilers, pumps, piping, and other critical process systems. The supervisor develops maintenance programs, manages equipment downtime, coordinates planned shutdowns, and establishes practices to improve reliability and extend asset life. The role combines hands-on troubleshooting with team development, maintenance planning, and continuous improvement, working with Production, Engineering, Quality, and other teams to support production goals. The position is located in Peoria, Illinois.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong working knowledge of industrial maintenance and reliability principles, including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment repair, and root-cause analysis.
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, automation, and facility systems.
Familiarity with industrial process equipment, including pumps, motors, compressors, boilers, piping, valves, centrifuges, conveyors, and related manufacturing equipment.
Experience developing maintenance schedules, managing work orders, tracking maintenance records, and using a CMMS or similar system.
Knowledge of workplace safety practices, including Lockout/Tagout, confined-space entry, electrical safety, and hazardous-material handling.
Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics, and piping diagrams.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, including the ability to prioritize competing maintenance demands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments and provide clear direction to technicians and contractors.
Ability to lead by example, develop employees, promote accountability, and drive continuous improvement.
Ability to remain stationary and move about the facility as needed; operate motorized equipment, machines, and hand tools; position oneself to operate and repair machinery, including underneath or above machines and in confined spaces; reach overhead and below to remove and replace parts; and use hand tools for maintenance tasks.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
Ability to identify details at close range to determine mechanical specifications.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in industrial maintenance, mechanical or electrical engineering, engineering technology, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience leading, supervising, or coordinating maintenance technicians, skilled trades personnel, and/or contractors.
Maintenance experience in biotechnology, fermentation, chemical processing, food production, pharmaceuticals, or another process manufacturing setting.
Relevant technical certifications in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, HVAC, or maintenance and reliability.
Welding experience, including MIG, TIG, or arc welding.

Responsibilities

Supervise, coordinate, and support maintenance technicians and contractors, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to priorities.
Plan, assign, and monitor daily maintenance work, balancing preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, equipment improvements, and production support.
Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical guidance for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, automation, and facility-related issues.
Coordinate with Production and Engineering to address maintenance needs and minimize equipment downtime.
Support equipment startup, shutdown, cleaning, and maintenance related to fermentation and downstream processing.
Coordinate planned maintenance outages, equipment shutdowns, and major repairs to minimize production disruption.
Maintain clean, safe, and organized maintenance work areas, equipment, and tools.
Develop, implement, and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance programs for facility systems and production equipment.
Establish maintenance schedules, work-order priorities, inspection requirements, and procedures to improve reliability and performance.
Oversee use of a CMMS or similar maintenance management system to schedule, track, and document work.
Analyze equipment failures, recurring issues, and downtime trends; identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Identify opportunities to improve reliability, reduce unplanned downtime, extend equipment life, and optimize maintenance costs.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, inspection reports, work orders, and other required documentation.
Partner with Engineering and Operations to evaluate equipment performance, recommend improvements, and support facility modifications, expansions, and process optimization.
Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process equipment and facility systems, including pumps, motors, piping, valves, compressors, boilers, HVAC, electrical components, instrumentation, and automation systems.
Support reliable operation of fermentation and downstream processing equipment, including centrifuges, conveyors, dryers, and evaporators, as applicable to the facility.
Monitor critical utility systems, including water treatment and wastewater systems, to support reliable operations and environmental compliance.
Coordinate outside contractors and service providers performing specialized maintenance, repairs, inspections, or facility upgrades.
Oversee procurement, organization, and inventory management of maintenance tools, supplies, consumables, and critical spare parts.
Evaluate equipment condition and maintenance requirements to identify potential failures and proactively address reliability risks.
Support equipment installation, commissioning, startup, and modifications with Engineering, Production, and external contractors.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure maintenance activities comply with company policies, applicable OSHA requirements, and established procedures.
Ensure implementation of Lockout/Tagout, confined-space entry, electrical safety, hazardous-material handling, and other applicable safe work practices.
Ensure maintenance personnel and contractors receive appropriate training and follow equipment and safe-work procedures.
Maintain required maintenance, inspection, and safety records for operational and regulatory compliance.
Identify and address unsafe conditions, equipment hazards, and maintenance-related risks.
Support investigations and corrective actions involving equipment failures, maintenance activities, or safety concerns.
Train, coach, and develop maintenance personnel in technical capabilities, troubleshooting, safety awareness, and team performance.
Set expectations for work quality, productivity, accountability, documentation, and adherence to maintenance schedules.
Foster communication and collaboration among Maintenance, Production, Engineering, Quality, and other departments.
Improve maintenance processes, work-order completion, equipment performance, and resource utilization.
Monitor maintenance indicators, including downtime, preventive maintenance completion, recurring failures, and costs, and use them to drive improvement.
Support a culture of continuous improvement, ownership, accountability, and proactive problem-solving.
Perform other duties as assigned.