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Maintenance & Reliability Supervisor

Job in Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97204, USA
Listing for: Hr Journals LLC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-17
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance & Reliability Supervisor to support a high-volume, 24/7 production environment. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader with strong technical expertise in process, equipment reliability, and preventive maintenance
, combined with proven experience leading unionized teams.

You will play a critical role in driving safety, quality, line efficiency, and operational excellence
, while developing technical talent and improving equipment performance.

Key Responsibilities
People & Labor Management
  • Lead and manage Safety, Quality, and Line Efficiency for the assigned shift
  • Facilitate and lead the Daily Maintenance Meeting System
  • Execute maintenance and repair plans while developing team capabilities
  • Support recruitment and interviewing of mechanics and maintenance staff
  • Manage union relationships
    , resolving issues professionally and collaboratively
  • Build team capability by coaching Shift Leads and technicians
  • Ensure GMP compliance across tooling, workshops, and maintenance activities
  • Lead talent development for Preventive Maintenance (PM) Technicians
Preventive Maintenance & Reliability
  • Lead Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) improvement initiatives
  • Act as lead decision‑maker during unplanned downtime to safely restore production
  • Document learnings and provide post‑intervention feedback
  • Drive execution of Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs (planned and unplanned)
  • Provide timely PM feedback to update plans in SAP
  • Prioritize PMs tied to Safety and Quality
  • Support breakdown analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
  • Ensure line readiness and on‑time start‑up based on production priorities
Operational Excellence
  • Optimize cost‑effective Maintenance & Reliability (M&R) strategies
  • Improve equipment reliability and performance using lean manufacturing principles
  • Ensure compliance with safety rules, training standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Support a continuous improvement culture in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
Required Qualifications & Experience
  • Minimum 3 years of direct supervisory experience in maintenance, engineering, or production within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience working with unionized employees
  • Strong background in Preventive Maintenance and equipment reliability
  • Experience leading machine technicians, electricians, and engineers
  • Proven ability to lead teams in a 24/7 manufacturing operation
Compensation & Benefits
  • Bonus Eligible: Yes (performance‑based, with opportunity for over achievement)
  • Overtime Eligible: No
  • Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidate
  • Health, life, and disability insurance
  • Wellness and family support programs
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and leave programs

Additional Information

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

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