Electrical Supervisor

Trivium Packaging is a global sustainability leader in metal packaging with more than 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately €3.0 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care, and premium beverages.

Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). Sustainability is embedded in our materials and in our actions. Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable. Our company sustainability journey has been awarded with a Platinum medal by EcoVadis, the world’s leading rating agent who allocated this award only to the top 1% of the >75000 companies reviewed. Sustainability is embedded in each and every function at Trivium, it‘s in our DNA. The global head office is at Amsterdam Airport; however, many people work in virtual teams from different countries. Our culture is results-driven, entrepreneurial, informal, and highly multicultural. Our people have a high degree of responsibility. 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a safety-driven, hands-on, and technically skilled Electrical Supervisor to lead our electrical / controls team and mechanics team in a high-speed, 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical automation, and control systems across the plant. The Electrical Supervisor will oversee a team of Electricians, Electro-Mechanical Technicians and Mechanics, drive continuous improvement in electrical/PLC systems, and serve as the go-to expert for troubleshooting and emergency response — anytime, day or night.

 

Job Duties:

• Work in accordance with all safety regulations and safe job procedures, standard work processes, BRC food safety initiatives, good manufacturing practices, and product quality requirements at all times.
• Lead, train, and develop Maintenance Team Members, supervise, mentor, and develop a team of Electricians, Mechanics and Electro-Mechanical Technicians.
• Foster a culture of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Enforce NEC, OSHA, and plant-specific safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and high-voltage procedures.
• Conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Lead preventative and predictive maintenance programs to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanicals, electrical and control system issues in high-speed production and steel-forming equipment.
• Provide hands-on support during equipment failures, startups, shutdowns, and emergencies — 24/7 availability required.
• Provide technical expertise in PLC/HMI programming, process control, and machine automation.
• Upgrade legacy systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley PLC-5 to ControlLogix) and fine-tune control systems for optimal performance.
• Collaborate with operations to improve machine reliability and throughput.
• Plan and execute mechanical, electrical and automation projects from concept to completion.
• Review electrical schematics, blueprints, and specifications for new installations.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for capital projects and equipment upgrades.
• Ensure effective control of minimum and maximum stock levels for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) spare parts. Support the MRO team in technical decision-making for purchases and parts selection, while maintaining accurate inventory records. Optimize stock levels to prevent shortages or excess, and guarantee availability of critical components to sustain uninterrupted operations.
• Responsible for planning maintenance in mechanical, electrical, and production areas. Conduct periodic audits of the maintenance planning system, generating statistical reports.
• Maintain accurate records: work orders, logs, inspections, and documentation.
• Manage departmental budgets, spare parts inventory, and shop supplies.
• Track and report KPIs for electrical and maintenance performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and Trivium core values.