Maintenance Supervisor

Lead and coach the Manufacturing Maintenance team by setting clear goals, expectations, and standards for safety, quality, and performance, ensuring alignment with departmental priorities and consistent execution of maintenance work.

Execute and deliver on maintenance objectives set by the Manager, Maintenance, translating strategic direction into actionable plans, priorities, and measurable outcomes for the team.

Define and direct how maintenance work is executed across the team, including prioritization, work allocation, and coordination.

Develop, implement, and continuously improve the maintenance program, setting direction for the balance between reactive and preventive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and operational performance.

Make decisions on prioritization of maintenance activities and allocation of resources based on equipment criticality, operational impact, and business needs.

Establish and maintain service level expectations with cross functional partners, ensuring alignment on priorities while managing competing demands across operations.

Review and evaluate maintenance work deliverables to ensure quality, completeness, and adherence to standards, providing feedback and coaching to drive improvement.

Manage escalations and lead the resolution of complex equipment, tooling, and system issues by coordinating internal resources and external expertise, removing barriers and working cross functionally to ensure timely and effective outcomes.

Actively participate in the development and improvement of maintenance processes, procedures, and standards, supporting consistency and scalability of operations.

Manage and control the maintenance budget within assigned scope, including decision

Making on spend, contractor usage, and resource allocation to support operational priorities.

Develop scopes of work for contractors, negotiate costs, and ensure work is executed safely, meets quality expectations, and complies with regulatory requirements.

Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards, policies, and regulatory requirements, reinforcing safe work practices and accountability across the team.

Maintain availability for emergency response, providing leadership and direction during critical events and ensuring clear escalation processes are followed.

Relevant Trade Certification, or equivalent hands-on experience

8+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

3+ years of experience in a supervisory or lead role with responsibility for directing work and supporting team performance

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills across production equipment and systems

Proven ability to prioritize and manage maintenance activities in a fast paced, high demand environment

Experience balancing reactive maintenance with preventive maintenance programs

Working knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices, including LOTO and related procedures

Ability to lead, coach, and hold team members accountable for performance and quality of work

Experience in apparel manufacturing or industrial sewing equipment

Experience supporting automated systems such as conveyors, AutoStore, or similar material handling systems

Experience implementing or working within a CMMS environment

Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance strategies (TPM, reliability centered maintenance, etc.)

Experience managing contractors, vendors, and external service providers

Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, or facility expansion projects

Experience developing SOPs, maintenance procedures, or training materials

Strong communication and cross functional collaboration skills