What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Supervisor position at CARLEX?
Process & Equipment
- Lead maintenance activities across float line systems, autoclaves, furnaces, cutting tables, and robotics.
- Ensure uptime and product quality through preventive and corrective maintenance.
- Analyze performance data to reduce downtime and improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
- Coordinate with production, engineering, and contractors to support operations.
Quality & Improvement
- Uphold standards for dimensional accuracy, clarity, and defect control.
- Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Promote continuous improvement and skill development across the maintenance team.
Leadership & Workforce Administration
- Mentor team members through skill progression and training.
- Manage attendance, timekeeping, and performance.
- Support union relations and maintain a collaborative work environment.
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce PPE use and safety protocols.
- Lead incident investigations and emergency response.
- Promote a safety-first culture through audits, training, and engagement.
Qualifications
- Supervisory experience in automotive or glass manufacturing.
- Strong mechanical, electrical, and PLC troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge of float glass operations and industrial utilities.
- Effective communicator with leadership and organizational strengths.
- Experience in union environments and collective bargaining.
- Ability to work 12-hour rotating night shifts with consistent attendance.
Other Requirements
- Knowledge of industrial plant utility systems, furnace and automated equipment
- Basic computer, glass manufacturing process knowledge is preferred
- Ability to be flexible
- Equipment knowledge includes:
- Knowledge of hand tools, mill, lathe and other shop tools, boom lift, scissor lift, fork truck and general office equipment such as printer, fax and copier
- Valid drivers’ license and ability to drive company vehicles
- Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays
Key Competencies
- Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
- Excellent Analytical, assessment and decision-making skills to solve independently or know when to escalate
- The ability to communicate effectively across different channels: Verbally, written, and electronic) and functions
- Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex Mission Vision & Values