Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Maintenance Supervisor is to lead maintenance personnel to achieve objectives. This involves initiating and/ or participating in cross-functional projects to accomplish goals associated with safety, quality, productivity, on time delivery and continuous improvement, while focusing on removing cost from the business. This position establishes and maintains positive employee relations environment by adherence to Danfoss Leadership principles.  Additionally, the Maintenance supervisor clearly communicates expectations while consistently holding self and employees accountable for job-related expectations. This Maintenance Supervisor role will report to the Maintenance Manager and operate daily out of the Shawnee, OK facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Proactively implements, promotes, and maintains a safe working environment through diligence in accident prevention, investigation, equipment maintenance and driving accountability.
• Aligns workforce to the company vision through workplace practices and beliefs that build trust, mutual respect, and teamwork between employees at all levels of the organization while developing, motivating, and coaching direct reports.
• Drives 5S standards for team
• Develops and displays a thorough understanding of site-level and company-wide strategic initiatives.
• Actively supports positive change, working with the site staff to ensure understanding and effective implementation of new processes and procedures.
• Drives day-to-day execution of team-related responsibilities/team priorities using the Danfoss Behaviors
• Manages employee performance and provides development opportunities.
• Provides coaching for employees regarding training and skills development using ongoing one-on-one communication
• Works closely with Maintenance Manager in measuring and reporting key maintenance performance indicators. Delivers on action items, removes barriers, and addresses issues to promote continuous improvement.

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

 

The ideal candidate possesses these skills. 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (in lieu of degree, certifications and experience will be considered). 
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Minimum 1 year experience managing people in a manufacturing environment.
• Behaves in accordance with expressed beliefs and values and personally models Danfoss’ high level of ethical standards
• Raises the performance bar for self and others – creates, promotes, and sustain a high-performance culture
• Consistently meets and exceeds expectations and understands that how accomplishments are achieved is as
• important as what is achieved
• Demonstrates analytical smarts and creative thinking when creating plans and solving problems 
• Continuous improvement and change agent
• Communication skills and computer skills

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Referral Program

 

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