Blue Chip Talent , in partnership with a high-volume manufacturing organization, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Area Supervisor. This role is responsible for overseeing skilled trades personnel, driving equipment reliability initiatives, and supporting continuous improvement within a unionized plant environment.
Job Duties :
- Lead and coordinate preventive and reactive maintenance activities to meet production targets
- Supervise Skilled Trades employees and provide hands-on support across all shifts
- Coach teams in problem-solving using lean methodologies and corrective action tools
- Partner with maintenance specialists to resolve equipment downtime, variability, and throughput issues
- Implement SPW / WCM methodologies such as Autonomous and Professional Maintenance
- Drive improvements in OEE through data-driven analysis and continuous improvement activities
- Lead Kaizen events focused on operational efficiency and cost savings
- Support plant safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale objectives
Skills & Experience
Required :
High School Diploma or GEDMinimum 3 years of industrial automation experience, including project managementWorking knowledge of maintenance strategies (TBM, CBM, DM)Experience influencing metrics like MTBF, MTTR, and equipment condition standardsAbility to work any shift and perform overtime as neededStrong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsProficient in Microsoft Office toolsDesired :
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical fieldExperience leading maintenance teams in unionized environmentsFamiliarity with controls, robotics, drives, sensors, and conveyance systemsBackground in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or World Class Manufacturing (WCM)Green Belt, Red X, or equivalent CI certificationsExperience with Google Suite applicationsBlue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, weve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffingnow serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth. We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.