Maintenance Supervisor

Overview

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment. 

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage. 

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community. 

Our benefits include:

• Free on-site Health Care Facility
• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Virtual Medical Services
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid family leave
• Company provided Salary Continuance (Short- term Disability)
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities are available! 

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

About the Role:

As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for maintaining plant equipment and facilities to maximize production time and minimize unplanned downtime. Focus on key performance indicators to achieve peak efficiencies while staying within the established budget.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise and follow-up on trades to accomplish minimal machine downtime, provide for effective routine maintenance and support Operations group as Internal Customers
• Ensure quality of work, provide performance feedback, and identify/close training gaps
• Support Process group in implementing process improvement projects and routines. Support Engineering department in implementing and installing new equipment or making modifications to existing equipment
• Emphasize safe procedures, work habits and housekeeping to accomplish minimal department injuries and to accomplish total compliance with outside agencies
• Assist and direct projects as directed by Maintenance Management
• Continually improve the skill level of the trades through on-the-job training, vendor training, specialized classes, etc.
• Supervise outside contractor’s efforts when services are needed to supplement plant maintenance crafts
• Ensure that the outside contractors perform to Knauf’s safety standards
• Support the Operations group to accomplish clean-outs and machine rebuilds in a timely fashion
• Assist as requested with weekend, holiday and call-in maintenance
• Maintain shop equipment as needed
• Control the Storeroom spare parts. Purge obsolete parts from system, add new parts as required and follow up to see that maintenance personnel are properly requisitioning parts from the stores
• Work with Planner to ensure planned work is scheduled weekly
• Manage Maintenance CAPEX projects as needed

Qualifications

Education: 

• Associate’s degree in mechanical or electrical technology
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical field preferred

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years engineering/maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment  
• Minimum two (2) years of supervisor/leadership experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively throughout the plant
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to coach and mentor others; provide routine feedback and ensure goals are met.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities under limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to drive equipment reliability, accessibility and maintainability
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Ability to travel approximately 10-15% of the time depending on the business needs
• Ability to work additional hours at time when requested (emergencies, plant shut down, etc.)
• Knowledge of maintenance and management principles involved in project planning, resource allocation and leadership techniques
• Knowledge of an ERP system such as SAP preferred
• Project management skills
• Effective public speaking and presentation skills
• Active listening skills
• Negotiation skills
• Interpersonal, written and verbal communication and organization skills
• Computer skills in a MS windows environment; proficient in Word and Excel
• Detail oriented
• Dependable 

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.