Production Maintenance Supervisor /Days

Production Maintenance Supervisor /Days

Bay Shore, NY (100% On-site)

Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM,

We are seeking a Production Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of 15–20 skilled technicians in a high-volume, technology-driven production environment. This role is responsible for ensuring peak machine efficiency and minimal downtime for critical insertion and bindery equipment.

The successful candidate will act as a bridge between technical execution and departmental leadership, overseeing the daily workflow, preventive maintenance schedules, and the professional development of the maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Manage a direct report team of 15–20 technicians; provide active coaching, motivation, and performance evaluations to maintain a high standard of technical excellence.

• Operational Efficiency: Monitor daily throughput and equipment downtime reports; identify bottlenecks and implement mechanical solutions to maintain a constant production flow.

• Maintenance Oversight: Direct all preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to ensure compliance with deadlines; keep the team informed on new technologies and equipment upgrades.

• Budget & Inventory: Manage the parts inventory for all production equipment, including vendor sourcing and cost analysis; maintain accountability for labor costs and "Cost Per Unit" targets.

• Management Support: Serve as the acting Department Manager in their absence and provide daily strategic updates to senior leadership regarding shift capacity and equipment health.

Candidate Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in the operation and repair of production equipment, specifically insertion and bindery machinery.

• Leadership: Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role within a high-volume manufacturing or production environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong background in electronic and electrical circuits. Experience with reporting tools (Jet/IQ) is a significant advantage.

• Education: Associate’s Degree or Technical/Trade School certification is preferred.

• Software: Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Schedule Flexibility: Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM, with the requirement to work until 5:00 PM or perform weekend/holiday work based on production volume.

• Note: This role is 100% on-site in the Long Island area. Relocation assistance is not available.