Maintenance Supervisor
1 day ago
Nashville
Role Description: Responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of hourly skilled maintenance and general labor employees. Responsibilities: • 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., • 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., • Mentor team members through skill progression and training., • Manage attendance, timekeeping, and performance., • Support union relations and maintain a collaborative work environment., • 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 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