We are the best engineering and technical staffing agency in Los Angeles specializing in recruiting Maintenance Supervisors for high‑volume industrial and commercial environments. Our client is a leading manufacturing and facilities‑operations company supporting Los Angeles’ diverse industrial sector, including food processing, aerospace components, packaging, logistics hubs, hospitals, and large commercial campuses.
Their maintenance leadership team oversees technicians, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance, manages equipment reliability, and ensures safe, efficient facility operations. With LA’s nonstop production and facility‑operations demand, this role is essential for driving uptime, safety, and team performance.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance technicians across mechanical, electrical, and facility systems.
- Plan, prioritize, and assign daily maintenance tasks, PMs, and repair activities.
- Oversee troubleshooting and repair of production machinery, conveyors, motors, pumps, HVAC components, and facility equipment.
- Ensure all maintenance work complies with OSHA, NEC, NFPA, Title 24, and California safety regulations.
- Review work orders, verify completion, and maintain accurate CMMS records.
- Coordinate with production, engineering, and operations teams to minimize downtime.
- Lead root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and system modifications.
- Monitor spare‑parts inventory and coordinate with purchasing for materials and supplies.
- Support planning and execution of shutdowns, overhauls, and major maintenance events.
- Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and enforce company safety policies.
- Evaluate technician performance and support ongoing training and development.
- Prepare maintenance reports, KPIs, and performance metrics for leadership review.
- Ensure clean, organized, and safe maintenance work areas.
Education
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Technical school training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical/Electrical Technology, or related field preferred.
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology is a plus.
Required Skills and Experience
- 5–10+ years of experience in industrial or facilities maintenance, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, packaging equipment, or production machinery.
- Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems.
- Proficiency with CMMS platforms for scheduling and work‑order management.
- Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards and California regulatory requirements.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and team‑management skills.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
- Strong organizational and problem‑solving abilities.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in food & beverage, aerospace, logistics, or high‑volume manufacturing.
- Familiarity with PLCs (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens) and automation equipment.
- Certifications such as OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, or maintenance‑leadership credentials.
- Experience with TPM, RCM, or continuous‑improvement programs.
- Background in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma.
