Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor
Berks County, PA
Pay Rate: $78,000-$85,000 (starting range, based on experience)
Shift: 9:00am-5:30pm typical shift but must be flexible pending production needs and maintenance priorities
- Supervises, schedules, and manages a team of maintenance mechanics and
technicians across assigned shift(s).
- Diagnoses and resolves complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and
pneumatic equipment issues.
- Develops and manages preventive maintenance (PM) programs to reduce
unplanned downtime.
- Leads root cause analysis on equipment failures and implements corrective
actions.
- Plans and manages maintenance-related capital and improvement projects,
including budgeting, timelines, and contractor coordination.
- Maintains inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment; manages vendor
relationships and purchasing.
- Ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable safety and
regulatory standards.
- Conducts performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and training and
development for maintenance staff.
- Partners with Production, Engineering, and EHS teams to prioritize work orders
and support production goals.
- Maintains accurate maintenance records, work order logs, and equipment
history using a CMMS.
- Participates in emergency and off-hours call outs as needed.
- Enforces plant safety programs, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and PPE requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school certification preferred.
- 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years of supervisory and/or experience leading a team of 7-10 people.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and
PLC-controlled systems.
- Demonstrated project management experience
(planning, budgeting, execution).
- Experience with CMMS software and Microsoft Office.
- Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
- Understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and
moving machinery.
- Availability for occasional evening and weekend hours and on-call
emergency response.
Technical / Mechanical
- Troubleshooting and repair of industrial mechanical systems
(conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings).
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems knowledge.
- Basic-to-intermediate electrical troubleshooting
(motor controls, relays, sensors).
- PLC familiarity (ability to read and interpret programs).
- Welding and fabrication basics.
- Blueprint, schematic, and technical drawing reading.
- Precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
- Preventive maintenance (PM) program development and execution.
- Root cause analysis and failure analysis methodology.
- Equipment installation and rebuild experience.
- Facility systems knowledge (HVAC, compressed air, boilers).
Leadership / Supervisory
- Team scheduling and shift coverage planning.
- Performance management (reviews, coaching, disciplinary process).
- Delegation and workload balancing.
- Training and mentoring less experienced mechanics.
- Cross-shift communication and hand-off consistency.
- Sound decision-making under pressure
(emergency breakdowns, production-down situations).
Project Management
- Planning and scoping capital improvement projects.
- Budget management and cost tracking.
- Vendor and contractor coordination and oversight.
- Timeline development and milestone tracking.
- Parts and inventory forecasting and procurement.
- Risk assessment for planned downtime and shutdowns.
Safety & Compliance
- OSHA general industry regulation knowledge.
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program enforcement.
- Confined space, fall protection, and other applicable safety protocols.
- Incident investigation and reporting.
- EPA and environmental compliance awareness
(waste disposal, chemical handling).
Administrative / Systems
- CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) proficiency.
- Work order management and prioritization.
- Microsoft Office (Excel for tracking and reporting, Outlook for communication).
- Basic reporting and KPI tracking
(downtime %, PM completion rate, MTTR/MTBF).
- Documentation and record-keeping accuracy.
Soft Skills
- Verbal and written communication across all levels.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking.
- Adaptability in a fast-changing production environment.
- Integrity and accountability.
Preferred
- Associate's degree in Industrial Maintenance,
Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Journeyman certification (electrical or mechanical).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or TPM programs.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Forklift certification.
Benefits
• Competitive pay, with ample opportunities for overtime.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance plans.
• Additional optional insurance plans, including pet, disability, and life plans.
• 401(k) and additional retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off.
• Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for advancement.