# Maintenance Supervisor

> Almag Aluminum · Pennsauken, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-02-17

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Maintenance

## Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising the safe and efficient execution of maintenance activities. The Supervisor will direct, lead and motivate a diverse team to maintain assets, environmental protection and operational sustainability while working closely with production employees to ensure issues are addressed in a safe and timely manner.

As part of the management team, the Supervisor is expected to participate in and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This will also include working with other members of the management team to achieve operational strategies that align with company objectives.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Supervisor are outlined below:

-   Plan, coordinate & delegate the day-to-day maintenance activity in a safe manner.
-   Actively promote a safe working environment.
-   Ensure the accurate completion of Work Orders to capture work details, labour hours & parts used on a daily basis.
-   Work hands on with the team to assist and drive the effective identification of root cause and the implementation of countermeasures.
-   Ensure the effective resolution of maintenance issues and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
-   Plan work schedules and assignments to ensure that equipment is being serviced within the specified maintenance guidelines.
-   Maintain effective communication with the team to foster continuous improvement, safe practices and root cause analysis.
-   Supervise & manage outside trades/contractors in accordance with contractor management guidelines.
-   Follow up on repairs by auditing staff & contractors to ensure the quality & completion of tasks.
-   Meet and exceed downtime targets by optimizing the repair and maintenance of the equipment.
-   Lead the shift hand off meeting and ensure the objectives of the meeting are met on a daily basis.
-   Represent the Maintenance Department at meetings as required
-   Work with the Maintenance Planner & Operations to plan & execute tasks to reduce production interruptions.
-   Oversee, maintain and progressively improve the PM program
-   Ensure shop cleanliness is maintained (5S) as a high priority with the crews
-   Draft and conduct regular performance reviews for the maintenance team
-   Proactively identify and address team performance concerns and see to the effective resolution of conflicts.
-   Monitor and manage shop tools to ensure that appropriate materials are on site to expedite repairs
-   Oversee the effective development of a strong maintenance team through on the job training, course recommendations and consistent coaching/mentoring.
-   Participate in equipment reviews & design changes as required.
-   Apply policies and practices in a fair and equal manner
-   Ensure plant has 24/7 coverage and be available after hours for support when needed.
-   Schedule, monitor and approve hours in the timekeeping system, ensuring all hours are approved on time for payroll processing
-   Participate in plant safety, health and environmental programs

## Requirements

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education/Experience**

-   Industrial Trade Certification with a good command of English both written and oral
-   Minimum 10 years in industrial manufacturing environment
-   Minimum 3 years in a lead hand or supervisor role
-   Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office, and production/productivity software
-   Familiarity and conformance with legislated requirements of the OHSA

**Preferred**

-   Post-Secondary Education. Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is an asset.
-   Experience with a CMMS software for issuing/tracking work orders and scheduling PM’s

**Technical Skills/Competence**

-   Working knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical and Fluid Power components, Welding and PLC’s
-   Able to facilitate the development, implementation and continuous improvement of our standard operating procedures by educating, training, monitoring, and proactively coaching the maintenance team
-   Demonstrated ability to effectively problem solve and independently make sound decisions
-   Ability to plan, develop and implement new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs and affect greater utilization of labour and materials.
-   Ability to provide clear and consistent direction to team members regarding day to day tasks and overall performance, and exhibits a “can do” attitude.
-   Proven track record of training , developing, and evaluating employees
-   Strong oral and written communication
-   Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment

## Benefits

-   Profit Sharing
-   Education Assistance Program
-   Social Events
-   Safety Shoe and Glasses Allowance
-   Internal Growth and Development

-   Health and Dental
-   Life and AD&D
-   Vision
-   Critical Illness Insurance
-   Long Term Disability

## Apply

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