Maintenance Supervisor (63491)

The Delfield Company•Mt Pleasant, MI

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor directs the maintenance department’s day-to-day activities in support of the manufacturing unit and Delfield facilities. The role leads the department with an emphasis on safety, equipment reliability, timely work-order completion, and minimizing production downtime. The supervisor helps plan and execute equipment maintenance and plant layouts, motivates and develops the maintenance team, and takes a proactive, detail-oriented approach to problem-solving. The position supports production by implementing proactive maintenance measures and maximizing equipment reliability. The role is with The Delfield Company, LLC, a manufacturer and marketer of foodservice equipment based in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. The position is open to candidates authorized to work and residing in one of the states listed in the posting at the time of hire.

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.
Strong 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.
In-depth knowledge of electrical safety standards, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, and applicable EPA requirements.
Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills, particularly for multi-skilled electrical and maintenance technicians.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a data-driven, root-cause mindset.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate respectfully and professionally across all levels of the organization.
High attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Authorized to work and residing in one of the states listed in the posting at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Direct the maintenance department and ensure daily tasks are completed within established timeframes.
Ensure daily and weekly timecards are completed accurately and approve time-off requests in accordance with policy.
Promote safety, particularly electrical safety, lockout/tagout, arc flash, and NFPA/OSHA compliance.
Oversee troubleshooting and equipment repairs to minimize downtime.
Lead, support, train, and guide maintenance professionals, including technical troubleshooting with emphasis 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.
Establish goals and accountability for reliability, response time, and maintenance performance.
Manage shift schedules to ensure adequate coverage across all shifts.
Train employees in troubleshooting and repairing electrical panels, drives, motors, PLCs, and control systems as needed.
Coordinate daily workload and provide support for the night-shift maintenance department, particularly during 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.
Operate in a manner aligned with the Company Core Values.