Maintenance Supervisor

Job Requirements

Why work for us?

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. 
 

With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.

Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we’re always looking for top talent ready to bring their best.  Come grow with us!
 

Scope

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading the maintenance team in supporting all plant operations through effective maintenance, repair, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and facilities. This role ensures maximum equipment uptime, reliability, and safety through proactive preventive maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. The Maintenance Supervisor works closely with production and engineering teams to support efficient manufacturing processes and minimize unplanned downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of maintenance technicians in a manufacturing environment.
• Oversee the inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of production machinery, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and plant utilities.
• Plan, prioritize, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability.
• Monitor and respond to maintenance work orders; ensure timely and high-quality completion.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to schedule maintenance activities that minimize production interruptions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in the CMMS, including equipment history, work orders, and parts usage.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards; promote a culture of safety among maintenance personnel.
• Assist with root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for equipment failures.
• Manage maintenance inventory, including spare parts and critical components; coordinate with vendors and suppliers.
• Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new machinery and plant systems.
• Participate in budget preparation and monitor maintenance expenditures to control costs.
• Develop and mentor maintenance staff to build a skilled, efficient, and engaged team.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance.
• Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role within a manufacturing environment.
   

Technical Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment such as conveyors, motors, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical systems, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience using CMMS software for scheduling and documentation.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively in a fast-paced production setting

At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.
 

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.