3rd Shift Maintenance Leader

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Supervisor / Lead

Location: New Bedford, MA

Shift: 3rd Shift

Duration: Full-time

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Industrial Maintenance Supervisor to lead our production maintenance team and maximize plant reliability. In this role, you will bridge operations, facilities engineering, and maintenance to minimize downtime and elevate equipment performance. If you are a proactive leader who thrives in high-volume manufacturing and enjoys mentoring teams while driving continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development: Directly supervise, coach, and train a dedicated team of maintenance technicians and associates to foster a high-performance, safety-first culture.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance on automated production machinery, presses, hydraulics, and PLCs.
• Inventory & Cost Control: Manage critical spare parts inventory, monitor maintenance budgets, and set performance benchmarks to optimize operational costs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Facilities teams to execute equipment upgrades, line modifications, and facility initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement projects to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and reduce repeat failures.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict environmental health, safety (EHS), and housekeeping standards across all maintenance zones.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Experience Pathways:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field + 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience (including direct/informal leadership), OR
• Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance or related technical trade + 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, OR
• High School Diploma / GED + 5+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience.

Technical Skills & Requirements:

• Core Technical Knowledge: Strong expertise in hydraulics, mechanical presses, industrial robotics, PLC equipment troubleshooting, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnostic Mastery: Proficient with mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic hand/power tools to perform root-cause troubleshooting and repairs.
• Physical Capability: Ability to stand, walk, and work within an active manufacturing plant environment for extended periods (subject to heat, noise, dust, and standard shop conditions).
• Travel: Willingness to travel occasionally for multi-facility support, industry trade shows, or specialized training programs.