7+ years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in manufacturing.
3+ years of supervisory experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and motor controls.
Hands-on troubleshooting experience with PLC-based automation systems.
Understanding of preventative maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and electrical safety practices.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
Supervise and develop electrical maintenance technicians, coordinating daily tasks.
Diagnose and repair complex electrical and automation equipment issues.
Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
Establish and maintain preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
Support equipment installations and improvement projects.
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve equipment issues.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Benefits
Direct hire position with potential for higher pay based on experience.
Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled maintenance team.
Focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement in operations.
Engagement with cross-functional teams to enhance processes.
Flexibility to support multiple shifts and operational needs.
Full Job Description
Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Virginia Beach, VA Job Type: Direct Hire Pay Rate: Starting at $38.00/hr; higher pay available depending on experience (up to $50.00/hr) Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee electrical maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on troubleshooting expertise with team leadership to maintain equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and ensure safe and efficient production operations.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, PLC-based controls, and preventative maintenance, along with proven experience leading and developing maintenance technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and develop electrical maintenance technicians while coordinating daily assignments and priorities.
Diagnose and repair complex electrical, motor control, automation, and PLC-related equipment issues.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions to minimize downtime.
Establish and maintain preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
Work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to address equipment issues and improve processes.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and established safety procedures.
Maintain electrical schematics, technical documentation, maintenance records, and troubleshooting procedures.
Monitor team performance and identify training opportunities to improve technical capabilities.
Promote workplace safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Provide leadership support across multiple shifts as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and production performance.
Qualifications
At least 7 years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and power distribution.
Understanding of preventative maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
Ability to lead a team, prioritize maintenance activities, and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety practices.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with manufacturing equipment installations, startups, and improvement projects is preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and maintenance documentation systems is preferred.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to regularly walk throughout the production floor and interact with manufacturing personnel.
Ability to stand, bend, and move around manufacturing areas during inspections and troubleshooting activities.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to support multiple shifts and work adjusted hours when operational needs require.
Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The listed pay range represents the anticipated base compensation for this position.
Join a team focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement!
