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The Maintenance and Reliability Supervisor is responsible for planning, organizing, scheduling, assigning and reviewing maintenance work; perform a variety of responsible duties related to the supervision of maintenance activities; as well as train, supervise and evaluate the work of employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement new equipment technologies for manufacturing and quality improvements including equipment upgrades, process technologies, tooling, and manufacturing techniques.
• Supervise and plan the installation, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and process within the facility.
• Coordinate product and process design and changes.
• Confer with management, production, and marketing/sales staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Analyze technology, resources, needs, and market and customer demands, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Perform administrative functions such as reviewing and writing reports, enforcing rules, and assisting in decisions about the purchase of materials or services.
• Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings internally and externally.
• Participate in purchasing maintenance materials and outside technical services in accordance with established company protocol and procedures.
• Assist in the establishment and implementation of systematic preventative maintenance program with the Maintenance and Reliability Manager.
• Investigate equipment failures and unexpected breakdowns. Provide corrective actions to improve reliability and performance.
• Supervise PM and PD (preventive and predictive maintenance) plans with the use of automated software packages.
• Monitor parts requests to ensure adequate inventory and cost efficiencies are being met according to departmental budget.
• Lead CI (continuous improvement) tasks reporting back to management with status updates.
• Ensure equipment and processes are running optimally at all times.
• Provide technical support to our production team and perform other tasks as needed.
• Facilitate selection of appropriate resources (contractors, suppliers, etc.) to minimize costs and assure on time and on budget completion.
• Ensure, enforce, and adhere to all legislative requirements.
• Constantly enhance the motivation and team-spirit of all operation staff.
• Minimize the risk of accidents and pollution.

Qualifications

Skills

• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts including electrical, mechanical and robotics system.
• Able to read wiring diagrams, electrical/mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic schematics, and ladder/function block logic.
• Working knowledge of industrial PCs and PLCs (Siemens Step 7, Beckhoff Twin Cat) and electric circuitry consisting of contractors, relays, main voltage/control voltage, limit switches and proximity sensors
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work cross-functionally with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

Traits

• Detailed oriented individual capable of time and project management.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2 to 3 years' experience in supervisory position.
• Experience in working with ABB robots, preferred.
• Experience in highly automated environments, preferred.
• Some fabrication experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds independently and participate in team lifts of approximately 60 pounds as required for essential production tasks.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position or move throughout the production floor for extended periods (for the duration of the shift up to 8+ hours per shift).
• Must be able to operate, position, adjust, or move equipment, tools, or materials necessary for production processes.
• Capable of performing consistent, manual production tasks over long shifts.
• Must be able to work in typical manufacturing environmental conditions, including areas requiring PPE, exposure to noise, and temperature variation.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

• $85,000 - $100,000/annually
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Health Savings Account option
• Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program