MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

SLW Warren LLC•Warren, MI

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About The Position

SLPT is seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance and tool room operations within its manufacturing facility. The role is responsible for equipment reliability, facility maintenance, preventive maintenance execution, safety and regulatory compliance, contractor management, and team development. The supervisor oversees maintenance personnel, supports plant objectives, drives continuous improvement, and helps maintain high standards of safety, quality, and productivity. The position operates in both office and manufacturing environments, with extensive interaction with production operations. Work may involve industrial equipment, machinery, automation systems, production lines, manufacturing noise, temperature fluctuations, lubricants, oils, and other industrial materials. The role may support installations, shutdowns, and maintenance events; involve occasional travel to suppliers, customers, or other SLPT facilities; and require flexibility to work overtime, weekends, alternative shifts, or respond to urgent operational needs. SLPT describes itself as a global designer and manufacturer of automotive components and systems, including pumps, valvetrain, transmission, and electric drive technologies. The company offers career development opportunities, with potential pathways to positions such as Maintenance Manager, Facilities Manager, Reliability Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, Plant Manager, or Continuous Improvement Leader.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of industrial electrical and mechanical systems.
Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and root cause analysis skills.
Working knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability practices.
Familiarity with OSHA regulations, building codes, and workplace safety requirements.
Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter able to work effectively with employees, leadership, vendors, and contractors.
Ability to frequently walk throughout manufacturing facilities and stand for extended periods.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach as needed to inspect and troubleshoot equipment.
Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry up to 30 pounds.
Ability to use hand tools, maintenance equipment, computers, and mobile technology; work safely around industrial machinery and automation systems; and wear required PPE.

Nice To Haves

Technical training, certifications, or trade school education in maintenance, industrial technology, electrical systems, mechanics, or a related field.
Automotive manufacturing experience.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience managing preventive and predictive maintenance systems.
Knowledge of facility infrastructure systems, including HVAC, utilities, compressed air, and building maintenance.

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance and tool room employees, assigning and coordinating work to meet operational objectives.
Coach, mentor, train, and develop team members; conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
Foster accountability, teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement, and address performance concerns with fair and consistent corrective action when needed.
Manage maintenance activities involving facility infrastructure, production equipment, utilities, grounds, and building systems.
Coordinate repairs, upgrades, equipment moves, installations, and removals, and use maintenance resources effectively.
Partner with production teams to minimize downtime and maximize equipment availability.
Maintain housekeeping and organization in maintenance and tool room areas.
Develop, coordinate, and execute preventive maintenance programs for equipment, buildings, and facility systems.
Lead maintenance planning for plant shutdowns and major equipment servicing.
Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and improve asset utilization.
Establish maintenance processes and procedures and support predictive and proactive maintenance initiatives.
Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental standards, company safety requirements, and applicable regulations.
Implement and monitor safe work practices for employees and contractors; conduct safety observations, audits, and corrective actions as needed.
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams to improve processes and eliminate waste.
Participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives, APQP teams, quality improvement projects, and operational studies.
Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and equipment reliability, and develop solutions to recurring maintenance and operational challenges.
Coordinate outside contractors, ensure their compliance with company safety standards and site requirements, and evaluate their performance.
Manage maintenance-related vendor relationships and support procurement activities as needed.
Partner with Production, Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Leadership teams; support plant initiatives and serve as a resource during audits, major projects, and operational challenges.