Maintenance Supervisor (Working Lead)

About Us

We are a well-established plastic card manufacturer producing secure cards for financial commercial and government applications. Our products demand precision at every stage from lamination and printing to chip embedding and our production teams take pride in keeping things running reliably. Were looking for a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to lead and strengthen our maintenance function on-site.

Position Overview

This is a working lead role ideal for a senior technician who is ready to step into leadership without leaving the shop floor behind. You will perform day-to-day maintenance while supervising and mentoring one electromechanical technician. Together you will keep our production equipment running at peak performance drive a culture of preventive maintenance and own the general upkeep of our facility.

Reports to: Plant / Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

Equipment & Production Support

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment including collators laminators die cutters presses and personalization machines
• Assist with equipment installations upgrades and root cause analysis for recurring issues
• Coordinate with production and other departments to schedule maintenance work with minimal disruption to output

Preventive Maintenance

• Lead and execute the preventive maintenance program; ensure PMs are completed on schedule
• Maintain accurate work records parts inventory and maintenance history within the system
• Analyze maintenance data to identify failure trends and recommend improvements

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor one electromechanical technician; prioritize daily tasks and support shift coverage when needed
• Provide technical guidance hands-on coaching and performance feedback

Facility & Vendor Management

• Oversee routine maintenance and repairs of building systems including HVAC lighting plumbing and general facility infrastructure
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs; review and approve quotes to ensure cost-effective solutions

Health Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure full adherence to health and safety standards OSHA regulations and ISO 9001 requirements
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Qualifications

Required

• 5-8 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills motors drives sensors PLCs pneumatics
• Experience with CMMS systems and structured preventive maintenance programs
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Millwright certification (433A or equivalent)
• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related technical field
• Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks for reading and modifying technical drawings
• Background in secure card printing or precision manufacturing environments

Day-to-Day Examples

Heres a snapshot of what a typical week might look like in this role:

• Diagnosing an intermittent drive fault on a laminator mid-run coordinating a brief production pause and resolving the issue before the next shift
• Conducting a scheduled PM on a personalization machine cleaning inspecting wear parts and logging findings in the CMMS
• Reviewing a vendor quote for an HVAC repair approving the scope and coordinating site access with minimal disruption to the manufacturing floor
• Walking the floor with your technician to inspect a recurring sensor issue on the die cutter identifying the root cause and documenting a fix to prevent recurrence
• Ending the week by updating parts inventory ordering critical spares and preparing a brief status summary for the Plant Manager

What Success Looks Like

In the first 612 months a successful Maintenance Supervisor will have:

• Reduced unplanned downtime by strengthening the PM program and closing gaps in the maintenance schedule
• Built a strong working relationship with production operations and leadership seen as a reliable partner not just a repair resource
• Established clear task prioritization and brought structure to the technicians daily workflow
• Zero serious safety incidents with a proactive approach to hazard identification and safety compliance
• Identified at least one meaningful cost-saving or efficiency improvement through data analysis or process change

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including health dental and vision coverage
• Stable full-time position in a specialized and growing sector of manufacturing
• Direct influence over maintenance strategy in a lean collaborative team environment
• Support for ongoing professional development and certification
• Safety-first culture with strong leadership backing

If youre a seasoned maintenance professional ready to lead and still love getting your hands on the equipment wed love to hear from you.