Maintenance Supervisor (Automotive Plant)

What this job involves: Lead facilities team by providing comprehensive building management, supervisory oversight, and emergency response coordination. This role ensures continuous facility operations through effective team leadership, vendor management, budget oversight, and regulatory compliance while maintaining high service standards for building occupants.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Shift Operations Management

Review and maintain Manager's Shift Turnover Logbook
Conduct daily safe operating tours to ensure proper facility operation
Meet with alternate Shift Managers daily to address outstanding issues and upcoming projects
Prioritize and distribute Help Desk Work Orders in conjunction with MAXIMO PMs and PMRs
Monitor operational budget and assist General Manager in annual budget development

Team Leadership & Supervision

Provide supervisory coverage for Housekeeping staff as necessary
Supervise outside contractors and vendors for building operational issues
Meet with General Manager regarding outstanding issues and provide input on upcoming projects
Support team in achieving revenue targets through cost management and controllable expense budgets
Provide support for all emergencies and implement comprehensive emergency procedures
Ensure government regulatory compliance including EPA/OSHA, safety programs, and CFC handling
Maintain current knowledge of critical building systems and emergency protocols
Review and close out all MAXIMO WPMs, WPMRs, and Help Desk Work Orders
Maintain logbooks with building status, equipment changes, and contractor activities
Ensure appropriate inventory levels, especially critical components for system uptime
Monitor supply purchases and order through the Indirect Service Provider as necessary
Organize and store files, critical documents, and blueprints per company requirements
Establish relationships with key facility contacts, keeping them informed of work order status
Communicate regularly with building occupants regarding project status and activities
Follow up to ensure work completion meets satisfaction and timeline requirements
Participate in planning and implementing account or property initiatives

Operational Excellence

Ensure shop and work areas are maintained in neat, well-organized fashion
Maintain white boards identifying equipment status and current operations
Ensure tools are labeled, in good condition, with current inventory tracking
Identify hard and soft cost savings opportunities at the site
Work with account manager to monitor and control account expenses

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 5-7 years industry experience in a supervisory role
Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
Understanding of emergency procedures and regulatory compliance requirements
Experience with MAXIMO or similar Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Knowledge of EPA/OSHA regulations and safety programs

Preferred Qualifications:

College degree or equivalent work experience in Facilities Management with technical emphasis
Facilities management certification (CFM, FMP, SFP)
Advanced MAXIMO system experience
Project management certification or experience
Experience with building automation systems (BAS)
Knowledge of energy management and sustainability initiatives
Previous experience in critical environment facilities (data centers, manufacturing, plants, laboratories, medical facilities)
Additional certifications in HVAC, electrical, or other building systems