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Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

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Skills

Required

  • industrial electrical / controls / maintenance
  • industrial electrical systems
  • PLC-based
  • NFPA 70E
  • motor controls
  • variable frequency drives
  • VFDs
  • sensors
  • power distribution
  • automation systems

Preferred

  • electrical
  • manufacturing equipment installations
  • Microsoft Office
  • maintenance documentation systems
  • motor control
  • automation
  • NFPA

Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee electrical maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on troubleshooting expertise with team leadership to maintain equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and ensure safe and efficient production operations.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, PLC-based controls, and preventative maintenance, along with proven experience leading and developing maintenance technicians.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise, train, and develop electrical maintenance technicians while coordinating daily assignments and priorities.
  • Diagnose and repair complex electrical, motor control, automation, and PLC-related equipment issues.
  • Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions to minimize downtime.
  • Establish and maintain preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Support equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
  • Work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to address equipment issues and improve processes.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
  • Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and established safety procedures.
  • Maintain electrical schematics, technical documentation, maintenance records, and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Monitor team performance and identify training opportunities to improve technical capabilities.
  • Promote workplace safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide leadership support across multiple shifts as needed.
  • Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and production performance.

Requirements

  • At least 7 years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and power distribution.
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-based automation systems.
  • Understanding of preventative maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
  • Ability to lead a team, prioritize maintenance activities, and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety practices.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
  • Ability to regularly walk throughout the production floor and interact with manufacturing personnel.
  • Flexibility to support multiple shifts and work adjusted hours when operational needs require.

Preferred

  • Experience with manufacturing equipment installations, startups, and improvement projects is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and maintenance documentation systems is preferred.

Pay

  • Starting at $38.00/hr; higher pay available depending on experience (up to $50.00/hr)
  • Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The listed pay range represents the anticipated base compensation for this position.

Benefits

  • Join a team focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement!
  • Ability to stand, bend, and move around manufacturing areas during inspections and troubleshooting activities.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to safety, integrity, quality, and teamwork.