Job Description
Automation Maintenance Supervisor – Second Shift
Location: Columbia City, IN
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Shift: Second Shift (2:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Salary: $75,000 – $90,000 annually + Overtime Eligible extra pay
No sponsorship or visa transfers available
No OPT/CPT/F1 visas please
About the Role
We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor with a strong background in automation and excellent leadership skills. This role is responsible for organizing, planning, and directing maintenance activities to ensure maximum efficiency and minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate maintenance team activities to maintain productivity and efficiency.
- Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
- Enforce company policies and safety regulations.
- Review production schedules and allocate resources effectively.
- Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance and automation issues, including PLC systems.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment, repairs, and preventive maintenance programs.
- Ensure adequate inventory of parts and supplies to minimize downtime.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and plant recycling programs.
- Support launch programs and recommend process improvements.
- Maintain plant security and housekeeping standards.
- Ensure compliance with ISO14001 and IATF16949 procedures.
- Directly supervise hourly maintenance technicians, including training, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate degree or higher (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in maintenance supervision or related field.
- Strong automation background, including experience with PLCs (Control Logix, Micro Logix, Compact Logix, SLC 500 – Rockwell software).
- Ability to read ladder logic and make programming changes.
- Experience with automation equipment such as industrial robots, AGVs, and vision systems.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and overtime eligibility.
- Opportunity to lead a skilled team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Be part of a company committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, For contractors, Shift work, Rotating shift, Afternoon shift,