Maintenance Supervisor - 2nd shift
Bluewater Hayes Inc. · Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Our client is seeking a hands-on and driven 2nd shift Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, product quality, and operational efficiency across the facility.You’ll oversee a skilled maintenance team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and help build a culture rooted in safety, accountability, and performance.
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What You’ll Be Responsible ForLead, coach, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and leads to achieve operational excellenceOversee daily maintenance activities, including scheduling, workload prioritization, and performance managementEnsure compliance with safety standards, GMPs, and environmental regulationsTroubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and operational issues to minimize downtimeReview production and maintenance reports to identify trends and implement improvementsMaintain and promote a 5S and continuous improvement cultureSupport hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training of maintenance personnelCollaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, and leadership teamsManage employee relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions when necessaryEnsure accurate tracking of maintenance activities and labor through systems such as EAM/SAP
Projects You’ll Work OnImproving preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtimeEnhancing equipment reliability across high-speed production linesSupporting capital improvement and equipment upgrade initiativesDriving safety initiatives, including OSHA compliance and Arc Flash (NFPA 70E) programsOptimizing maintenance planning and scheduling processes using EAM/SAP systems
What Experience You Should Bring3–5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong background in electrical systems (up to 480V), motor controls, and troubleshootingExperience with PLC troubleshooting (programming exposure preferred)Familiarity with power transmission systems, pneumatics, and blueprint/ladder logic readingWorking knowledge of food production processes or similar regulated environmentsExperience with maintenance management systems (EAM, SAP)Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial safety standardsProven leadership ability with strong communication and conflict resolution skillsAbility to analyze data, solve problems, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
What Sets You ApartExperience in high-speed or food manufacturing environmentsExposure to gas-fired ovens, safety circuits, and combustion systemsStrong organizational and prioritization skills across multiple competing demandsA proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and team development
Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis role operates in a manufacturing setting with exposure to moving equipment, varying temperatures, and moderate noise levels. The position requires standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and performing physical tasks throughout the shift. Flexibility to work extended hours as needed is expected.
Final ThoughtsThis is an opportunity to step into a highly impactful leadership role where you can influence both team performance and operational success. xzbcwsv If you enjoy solving complex problems, leading teams, and driving improvements, this role offers strong visibility and growth potential.
Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.
What You’ll Be Responsible ForLead, coach, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and leads to achieve operational excellenceOversee daily maintenance activities, including scheduling, workload prioritization, and performance managementEnsure compliance with safety standards, GMPs, and environmental regulationsTroubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and operational issues to minimize downtimeReview production and maintenance reports to identify trends and implement improvementsMaintain and promote a 5S and continuous improvement cultureSupport hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training of maintenance personnelCollaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, and leadership teamsManage employee relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions when necessaryEnsure accurate tracking of maintenance activities and labor through systems such as EAM/SAP
Projects You’ll Work OnImproving preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtimeEnhancing equipment reliability across high-speed production linesSupporting capital improvement and equipment upgrade initiativesDriving safety initiatives, including OSHA compliance and Arc Flash (NFPA 70E) programsOptimizing maintenance planning and scheduling processes using EAM/SAP systems
What Experience You Should Bring3–5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong background in electrical systems (up to 480V), motor controls, and troubleshootingExperience with PLC troubleshooting (programming exposure preferred)Familiarity with power transmission systems, pneumatics, and blueprint/ladder logic readingWorking knowledge of food production processes or similar regulated environmentsExperience with maintenance management systems (EAM, SAP)Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial safety standardsProven leadership ability with strong communication and conflict resolution skillsAbility to analyze data, solve problems, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
What Sets You ApartExperience in high-speed or food manufacturing environmentsExposure to gas-fired ovens, safety circuits, and combustion systemsStrong organizational and prioritization skills across multiple competing demandsA proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and team development
Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis role operates in a manufacturing setting with exposure to moving equipment, varying temperatures, and moderate noise levels. The position requires standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and performing physical tasks throughout the shift. Flexibility to work extended hours as needed is expected.
Final ThoughtsThis is an opportunity to step into a highly impactful leadership role where you can influence both team performance and operational success. xzbcwsv If you enjoy solving complex problems, leading teams, and driving improvements, this role offers strong visibility and growth potential.
Details
| Company | Bluewater Hayes Inc. |
| Location | Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |
| Experience | permanent |
