Maintenance Superintendent

POSITION PURPOSE: The Maintenance Superintendent serves as a hands-on technical resource responsible for equipment troubleshooting, facility repairs, preventive maintenance, and coordinating maintenance activities to support production. This role promotes OWI safety standards, identifies corrective actions, manages parts procurement, and performs inspections to prevent future issues. The position requires hands-on experience with fabrication, installation, operation, and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Trains, mentors, and develops maintenance department personnel to enhance technical skills and performance
• Plans, schedules, and coordinates daily maintenance activities to ensure efficient department operations and timely completion of work
• Conducts performance reviews and provides ongoing feedback to support employee development
• Oversees daily maintenance operations and ensures work is completed safely, accurately, and timely
• Evaluates facility systems and equipment to identify improvement opportunities
• Develops and maintains maintenance procedures and preventive maintenance schedules
• Assists with budget planning, repair estimates, and project costs
• Utilizes root cause analysis to identify and resolve equipment and process issues
• Leads by example and effectively guides a maintenance team
• Performs other related duties as assigned

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent leadership, management, and supervisory skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to effectively schedule projects, resources, and staff
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to apply practical calculations
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Understanding of cost analysis, productivity metrics, and operational impacts
• Ability to present information clearly and accurately
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy
• Sound judgement and knowledge of safety procedures and practices
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners
• Experience with Six Sigma, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement practices preferred

Education, Certifications, and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology or related field preferred
• 5+ of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment required
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Millwright, or related technical certifications preferred
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification required

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to access, navigate, and move throughout the facility to inspect equipment, diagnose issues, and plan repairs
• Must be physically capable of performing maintenance and repair work when required
• Ability to stand and work for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights when necessary

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Company-paid identity theft insurance
• Company-paid disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and pet insurance

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World’s brands include a full line of PEAK® Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF® Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE® PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge® SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge® Heat Transfer Fluid.