Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor Job in Chillicothe 45601, Ohio US

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

 

Role

 

To effectively plan for, and supervise skilled maintenance craftspeople in performing the maintenance, repair, and installation of equipment in the assigned area of responsibility.

 

Duties Responsibilities

 

• Provide for the effective and timely completion of maintenance work by planning, scheduling, and supervising the manpower, materials and equipment of maintenance, and by scheduling and supervising contract maintenance;
• Apply practical knowledge of the work, tools, materials, and equipment used by the crafts under the maintenance function in estimating, planning, and scheduling the work;
• Work closely with production and other supervisors throughout the plant in making estimates, determining priorities, and scheduling the crafts;
• Must be able to handle deadlines, variable workloads, and being on call 24-hours, as needed;
• Perform the first line supervisory functions of promoting safety, the efficiency and discipline of their subordinates and effectively creating a team that empowers employees;
• Inspect quality of work, monitor training progress, and provide effective feedback to the operations;
• Responsible for planning jobs, requisitioning parts, maintaining work specifications, and scheduling work, as needed;
• Work closely with operations, other maintenance personnel, and engineers on a daily basis;
• Responsible for scheduling maintenance (both daily and shutdowns) and producing reports, as required;
• Direct the workforce on off-shifts to repair equipment, as needed (both via telephone and in the facility).

 

Requirements

 

• Two (2) year technical degree or equivalent desired; BS in mechanical engineering preferred;
• Five (5) years mechanical experience in an industrial environment;
• Ability to adapt to change, embrace Lean concepts and willingly accept new challenges and responsibilities;
• Ability to handle deadlines, variable workloads, and being on call, as required;
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member;
• Good computer skills (e.g. Word, Excel, general familiarity with Windows).  SAP experience, a plus;
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbally and written;
• Ability and willingness to be promoted a minimum of one level within organization.