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Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift

GKN Automotive
Posted a month ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Newton, NC 28658, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline and 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership position.
  • The primary purpose is to ensure maximum equipment uptime and effective manpower planning while promoting safety, quality, teamwork, and accountability.
  • Key responsibilities include leading the maintenance team, enforcing safety policies, and managing equipment troubleshooting and documentation.
  • The position offers a competitive salary along with performance-based incentives, medical and dental coverage, and a 401(k) with company match.
  • Candidates should possess strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, and be proficient in PC-based tools.

Role Purpose & Value

This role adds value by ensuring maximum equipment uptime, effective manpower planning, and strong leadership that drives continuous improvement. You will promote a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and accountability while developing the capabilities of every associate in the Maintenance department.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct leadership to maintenance team members while maintaining a strong presence on the production floor.
  • Enforce all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality policies and procedures.
  • Complete required HR tasks: training, timekeeping, and employee documentation.
  • Lead equipment troubleshooting, including full diagnosis, disassembly, and reassembly of machinery.
  • Conduct shift pass‑down meetings and ensure smooth communication among maintenance supervisors.
  • Confirm accurate documentation and communication of equipment status between shifts.
  • Serve as the single point of contact for maintenance issues and downtime during your shift.
  • Develop daily schedules and assign responsibilities to maintenance personnel.
  • Source spare parts through tool crib inventory, manuals, OEM contacts, and create requisitions in iValua.
  • Lead daily shift start‑up and safety toolbox meetings to ensure safe and efficient operations.
  • Audit work order quality and CMMS data: PM completion, part usage, documentation detail.
  • Maintain logs of equipment downtime, parts pending, and non‑critical issues.
  • Prioritize activities based on plant needs and input from Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
  • Ensure strong collaboration with Operations Group Leaders and Team Leaders.
  • Apply correct escalation protocols and maintenance system standards.
  • Support autonomous maintenance and ensure proper work order execution.
  • Facilitate team meetings focused on safety, quality, productivity, cleanliness, and continuous improvement.

 

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline
  • 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role
  • Familiarity with CMMS maintenance systems
  • Proficiency in PC‑based tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
  • Strong communication, prioritization, and analytical problem‑solving skills

 

Key Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team‑building capabilities
  • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining composure
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Capacity to make critical decisions in time‑sensitive situations

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Life & AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Development and training opportunities
  • Supportive and safety‑driven work environment



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