Maintenance Supervisor at Elplast America Inc – Marion, Iowa

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Production Manager

FLSA Status: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

SUMMARY: Oversees all maintenance activities within the facility, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of equipment and building systems. Leads the maintenance team, manages the CMMS, coordinates preventive and corrective work, and partners with Production, Quality, and Logistics to support operational goals. Upholds company values and drives continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

· Supervise daily maintenance operations, assigning tasks and monitoring completion.

· Lead facility upkeep and improvement projects, including structural repairs and refinishing.

· Ensure maintenance supplies, tools, and spare parts are stocked and procured.

· Oversee installation, replacement, and repair of equipment throughout the facility.

· Direct and support electrical and mechanical repairs on equipment and building systems.

· Resolve and/or report safety issues promptly and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

· Support and coordinate outside contractors performing maintenance or repair work.

· Manage CMMS accuracy, work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, and documentation.

· Conduct breakdown analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.

· Oversee equipment setups and changeovers to support production needs.

· Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Logistics to ensure equipment readiness and customer satisfaction.

· Maintain housekeeping standards within maintenance areas.

· Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and audit requirements.

· Train, coach, and develop maintenance personnel.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

· Participates in safety

· Stay up to date on the industry

QUALIFICATIONS

· High school diploma or equivalent required

· Associates degree in a technical field or military technical training (preferred)

· 3 years work experience with manufacturing-process maintenance, calibrated tools, and electrical

· Work independently under limited supervision

· PLC programming and troubleshooting (preferred)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

· Valid state driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing: Over 2/3 time of a workday

Walking: Between 1/3 and 2/3 time of a workday

Sitting: Less than 1/3 time of a workday

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Over 2/3 time of a workday

Reach with hands and arms: Over 2/3 time of workday

Climb or balance: Between 1/3 and 2/3 time of a workday

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Between 1/3 to over 2/3 of a workday

Talk or hear: Over 2/3 of a workday

Taste or smell: Between 1/3 and 2/3 of a workday

LIFTING ITEMS OF WEIGHT

Up to 10 lbs: Over 2/3 time of a workday

Up to 25 lbs: Over 2/3 time of a workday

Up to 50 lbs: Between 1/3 and 2/3 time of workday

Up to 100 lbs: Less than 1/3 time of a workday

VISION REQUIREMENTS

· Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

· Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

· Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

· Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

· Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

· Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

NOISE LEVEL

· Loud (manufacturing facility)

WORK ENVIORMENT

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather): Between 1/3 and 2/3 of workday time

Work near moving mechanical parts: Over 2/3 of workday time

Work in high, precarious places: Between 1/3 and 2/3 of workday time

Fumes or airborne particles: Under 1/3 of workday time

Toxic or caustic chemicals: Under 1/3 of workday time

Outdoor weather conditions: Between 1/3 and 2/3 of workday time

Risk of electrical shock: Between 1/3 and 2/3 of workday time

I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth

therein. I understand that this is to be used as a guide and that I will be

responsible for performing other duties as assigned. I further understand that

this job description does not constitute and employment contract with

Elplast America.