Maintenance Supervisor

The Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance activities in the assigned areas and designated shifts. This role requires a hands-on leader with extensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, as well as experience managing a team of maintenance technicians. The successful candidate will ensure that all equipment and machinery are in optimal working condition, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

General Job Requirements / Experience / Background:

• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of maintenance technicians.
• Assign tasks, set priorities, and provide guidance to ensure efficient and effective performance.  Provides performance feedback and takes appropriate improvement action.
• Plan, organize, and schedule maintenance activities for designated shift(s) and manages to completion. 
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless production operations.
• Oversee the preventive and predictive maintenance for machinery in the assigned areas.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to advance maintenance activities and personnel adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and promote a culture of safety awareness.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment history, and inventory levels.
• Generate reports on equipment performance, downtime, and maintenance costs.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Implement best practices and recommend upgrades or modifications to enhance equipment reliability.
• Act as a point of contact for maintenance-related emergencies and coordinate swift responses to minimize disruptions in the designated areas.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Associate or Technical degree with equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience in maintenance and supervision within a manufacturing environment, preferably in tire production.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. PLC experience with Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, and DC Drives desired.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals, Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.  Works effectively with others.
• Ability to work flexible shifts as needed, work during facility maintenance shutdown periods and respond to on-call situations as required.  Must report to work on a regular and consistent basis and meet performance expectations, including working safely and complying with company policies. 

Kumho Tire Georgia (KTG) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KTG reserves the right to withdraw this job posting at any time and/or not fill the position posted.  All applicants may not be granted an interview.