Equipment Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Equipment Maintenance Supervisor

Position Summary

Do you want to...

• Play a key role in starting up a new manufacturing plant?
• Lead a team responsible for keeping critical production equipment running at peak performance?
• Help build reliable maintenance systems that support fabrication, finishing, and assembly operations?
• Be part of a team where technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving make a real impact every day?
• Drive improvements that increase equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and support production growth?

We are seeking an Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to lead the daily maintenance and reliability activities in our metal fabrication manufacturing operation. This role oversees the maintenance team responsible for maintaining production equipment including laser cutting machines, fabrication equipment, powder coating systems, and assembly machinery.

This position ensures equipment reliability, safety, and preventive maintenance practices that keep production running efficiently and support overall plant performance.

About Us

Join us in bringing Grand Haven's newest manufacturing facility to life! Kaidi LLC is a Smart Office division of Kaidi Electrical, and we produce inline actuators and understructure assemblies for height-adjustable desk applications. We are building up our manufacturing capacity in Grand Haven, MI, and you will be on the ground floor, helping shape the company's direction from its earliest stages. You will be surrounded by a team passionate about creating something new and innovative. The pace is fast, the work is meaningful, and every contribution counts. At Kaidi, you're not just filling a role-you're building a vision. If you're excited about seeing tangible results from your work, and you thrive in a dynamic environment where growth is constant, joining Kaidi could be the journey of a lifetime!

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily maintenance activities including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs
• Lead and develop a team of maintenance technicians responsible for fabrication, finishing, and assembly equipment
• Ensure reliable operation of production equipment including laser cutting systems, fabrication machinery, powder coating lines, and automated assembly equipment
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production teams to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues
• Maintain maintenance documentation, work orders, and service records within the CMMS or ERP system
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment safety standards
• Coordinate with external vendors for equipment service, parts procurement, and technical support
• Train maintenance team members on equipment maintenance procedures and safety practices
• Work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
• Experience supporting metal fabrication or industrial manufacturing equipment
• Strong troubleshooting ability across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and production lines
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and reliability practices
• Familiarity with CMMS or ERP maintenance systems
• Technical degree in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, or related field preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Bilingual Chinese (Mandarin)/English speaker is highly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in steel furniture manufacturing is a plus
• Highly collaborative with a strong, team-oriented mindset

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to make a real impact on the success of the company
• Be part of a team that values innovation, efficiency, and craftsmanship
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and leadership in a dynamic manufacturing environment

Pay

• $90,000 - $110,000 per year DOE

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• IRA with matching $

Working Environment

• On-site role in a production facility - daily presence on the shop floor required
• Ability to access and navigate all areas of the facilities and perform the above-mentioned essential duties
• Occasional travel may be required for training

Ready to join a company that puts people and safety first? Apply now and help us shape a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.

Kaidi LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:

As a condition of employment, all candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment screening process. This process may include, but is not limited to:

• A criminal background check to verify the absence of disqualifying offenses.
• A drug screening to ensure compliance with the company's substance-free workplace policy.
• An alcohol test , as applicable, to confirm adherence to safety and legal standards.

The company conducts these screenings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be required to provide written consent for the screenings during the hiring process. Failure to consent to or pass these screenings may result in disqualification from employment consideration.