Maintenance/Industrial Engineering Supervisor

Job Description: Maintenance/Industrial Engineering Supervisor (Grade - Supervisory)

Location: Chakan, Maharashtra

Department: Maintenance / Industrial Engineering (IE)

Reports to: Maintenance Manager / IE Manager

Job Type: Full time

Experience required: 3 to 4 years

Job Summary:

The Maintenance/Industrial Engineering (IE) Supervisor is responsible for leading the team that ensures all plant equipment and machinery are in excellent working condition to support continuous production. This dual-role requires a blend of technical maintenance expertise and process optimization skills. The supervisor will manage the preventive and corrective maintenance schedules, analyze production data to improve efficiency, and implement lean manufacturing principles on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintenance Management:

• Supervise and lead a team of maintenance technicians in the repair and upkeep of all manufacturing equipment (e.g., sewing machines, foaming lines, assembly fixtures, conveyors).
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to minimize downtime and prevent breakdowns.
• Respond to and troubleshoot equipment failures promptly, ensuring a quick resolution to minimize production interruptions.
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate with suppliers to ensure critical components are readily available.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance.

2. Industrial Engineering (IE) & Process Improvement:

• Analyze production processes and workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency gains, waste reduction, and cost savings.
• Conduct time and motion studies to optimize work standards and balance production lines.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, such as Kaizen events, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize line layouts and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

3. Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed safely, in compliance with company and regulatory standards (e.g., LOTO - Lockout/Tagout procedures).
• Train the team on safe work practices and the proper use of tools and equipment.
• identify and report any safety hazards on the production floor.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: 3-4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on both maintenance and industrial engineering. At least 1-2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.

Technical Skills:

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

Proven knowledge of preventive maintenance programs.

Experience with lean manufacturing principles and quality tools.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

Proficiency in using computer maintenance management systems (CMMS) or ERP systems.

Soft Skills:

Excellent leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

A proactive and analytical mindset.