What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Supervisor position at Trotter Workforce?
Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor
Berks County, PA
Pay Rate: $70,000-$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).
• Conflict resolution.
• 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.
• Time management.
• 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.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000