ZK002
Located in Rochelle, IL
Pay: $82,000 - $137,000
Job Full Description
2nd Shift Maintenance Supervisor – Manufacturing
Rochelle, IL | Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM + Every Other Saturday
Lead a skilled team. Minimize downtime. Drive reliability.
A leading manufacturer in Rochelle, IL is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to oversee our second-shift maintenance operations. Reporting directly to the Department Manager, this position is ideal for a proven leader with strong technical expertise in equipment maintenance, a safety-first mindset, and a desire to grow in a fast-paced industrial environment.
If you’re passionate about machinery, team leadership, and continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and Motivate: Supervise, train, and coach a team of maintenance technicians to ensure safe, efficient plant operations.
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Troubleshooting Expertise: Identify, diagnose, and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on critical production equipment, including mills, welders, and cutting systems.
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Preventive Maintenance: Design and manage preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
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Ensure Compliance: Maintain a clean, safe work environment by enforcing OSHA regulations and internal safety standards.
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Rapid Response: Coordinate and assist with emergency breakdowns to minimize production disruption.
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Inventory Oversight: Manage spare parts inventory, order critical components, and control maintenance budgets.
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Optimize Processes: Identify and implement reliability and efficiency improvements to reduce costs and maximize uptime.
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Documentation: Maintain detailed records in CMMS software, including service logs, inspections, and compliance reports.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with production, quality, and engineering teams to support smooth, efficient operations.
Qualifications
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5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a heavy manufacturing or steel environment.
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2+ years of supervisory or lead technician experience.
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Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
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Welding, fabrication, and millwright experience is highly desirable.
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Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
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Experience using CMMS systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Commitment to safety and working knowledge of OSHA standards.
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Why Apply?
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Competitive pay
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Stable, long-term opportunity with advancement potential
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Strong safety culture
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Supportive leadership and collaborative environment
Ready to take the Maintenance lead on 2nd shift?
Apply today to join a dynamic, safety-focused team where your skills and leadership will be valued and rewarded.
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DeKalb, IL
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1812 Sycamore Road
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DeKalb, IL 60115
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