Maintenance Supervisor

Located in the Ithaca NY region for over 100 years, BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. 

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!

Job purpose

This position collaborates with the Management Staff in establishing and completing facility related projects for the Ithaca Campus with support from the Facilities Engineer to ensure timely completion. Supervise and oversee the day-to-day activities which ensure that the facilities are continuously able to support all (production and non-production) functions, processes, and areas necessary for safe, high-quality, timely and efficient production.  

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate effective utilization, operation, maintenance, repair, testing and necessary replacement of facility support systems (HVAC, air compressors, vacuum pumps, chillers, wastewater, underground tank systems, etc.) to assure facilities and related equipment are available to meet required schedules and customer expectations and are in line with business goals.

• Resolve problems by collaborating with engineers, quality assurance, production and maintenance employees on solutions.

• Supervise Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC Journeymen within the facilities (up to 20 skilled trades employees).  The individual is responsible for monitoring and planning materials, equipment, documentation, and processes relative to the operations of the facilities group.

• Advise and assist in the employee planning analysis relative to employee work schedules, training on proper usage of equipment, performance appraisals, design and implementation of work procedures, and informing personnel on appropriate housekeeping and safety requirements and policies.

• Coordinate building and grounds activities to ensure the facility is both functionally and visually appealing.

• Ensure accurate facility drawings and schematics including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems are maintained.

• Coordinate completion of required records (preventive maintenance, downtime, new projects, sustaining projects, and personnel issues).

• Coordinate completion of required reports with support as required from the Facilities Engineer.

• Initiate capital appropriations requests to support ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facility support systems with input from the Facilities Engineer.

• Conduct contractor coordination including on site pre-job briefing.

• Coordinate and manages layout modifications in the office area.

• Fire suppression system management and support in collaboration with the safety department.

• Coordinate plant shutdown activities related to facility system(s) maintenance.

What we are looking for

• Associates Degree or equivalent Technical degree and experience; Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred or equivalent OTJ experience

• 2+ years supervisory experience

• Electrical/Mechanical knowledge required - New York State Apprenticeship a plus

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Willingness to work 3rd shift

Compensation and benefits

• Starting salary based on experience $69,000 - $87,000

• Medical Insurance (Free monthly premiums with participating wellness in point plan)

• Dental/Vision/Life Insurances

• Onsite Health Clinic including physical therapists, dietitians, counselors and physicians

• Campus wellness events

• 401K with match

Visa language

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this position, please only apply if you DO NOT need sponsorship to work in the Unites States now or in the future. We are unable to consider candida