Maintenance Supervisor

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the Maintenance Department at the Byron Center, Michigan plant. This individual coordinates repairs, schedules preventative maintenance, supervises technicians, manages work orders, and maintains compliance with safety standards and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees a team of six Maintenance Technicians
• Prepares work schedules, assigns work, and oversees the work quality that is performed
• Administers the preventive maintenance program for all machinery and plant needs
• Responsible for maintenance inventory and parts ordering
• Works closely with Production Supervisors to schedule equipment maintenance activities
• Schedules building inspections in or to meet the compliance standards
• Coordinates and supervises the work of subcontractors
• Works closely with other plant departments to ensure all plant needs are met
• Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Manager

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the management of an industrial maintenance program
• Knowledge of manufacturing production equipment
• Strong leadership and excellent communication skills
• Critical thinking with good troubleshooting skills
• Managerial courage
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Able to multi-task and manage priorities, excellent work ethics and responsibility
• Positive attitude, honest and trustworthy

Education and Formal Training:

• 3-5 years of Maintenance Supervisory experience required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements required

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Able to ascend/descend stairs, ladders frequently
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Valid US Driver’s License required

• Full Time Hourly Position
• Day Shift (7am – 5pm) with flexibility to work early, late and weekend hours when needed 
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience

Intersand America, a world leader in its field and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, is a family owned business that has specialized in the development and production of pet hygiene solutions for over 30 years, producing and exporting high-end cat litters in more than 45 countries.