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≈ $53k – $104k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Ionia)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 20, 2026. Flex-N-Gate scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Flex-N-Gate is an automotive supplier headquartered in Urbana, Illinois, that designs and manufactures bumpers, exterior and interior plastic parts, metal stampings and assemblies, lighting systems and mechanical components for vehicle makers. Owned by Shahid Khan, it runs plants across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Europe, has recently supported launches such as the Lancia Gamma and CUPRA Raval, and its FLEX-ION division develops battery cells, modules and packs. It hires assembly, molding, paint and weld operators, maintenance and controls technicians, quality auditors, manufacturing and automation engineers and plant supervisors, many in Michigan and Ontario.

Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor coordinates the installation, maintenance, and repairs of all company machinery and equipment within the facility, including any maintenance or repairs of the building or property. The Maintenance Supervisor manages the hourly maintenance personnel in a safe, effective and efficient manner in compliance with the company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements. Experience in injection molding is preferred. 

 

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Communication

Energy and Stress 

Team Work                      

Problem Solving   

Accountability and Dependability

Ethics and Integrity

Analytical

 

Flex-N-Gate Training Requirements

CHRF.00003 New Employee Orientation

Competent Person/Due Diligence

Supervisor H&S Awareness

H&S Level 1 Certification

Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Light Curtain Maintenance Procedure

CMS – CR1, PCPMTH

Confined Space Entry

CSA Z142.02 Std. For Press Operation

Environmental Review of Projects

Contractor Control

Monitoring & Measuring

Hazardous Waste Storage & Disposal

Storm Water Management

Air Emissions

Control of Hazardous Materials

Hazardous Waste Disposal and Waste Manifest Processing

Servicing of Stationary Refrigeration Equipment

Maintenance of Storm Water Drains

Handling of Waste Oils & Oily Material On Site

Waste Water Treatment Operational Instructions

Exterior Storage

Facility Standards Training

Fire Watch Procedures

First Aid/CPR Training

Accident Investigation Training

Hot Work Permit

Lockout Training

Crane Theory Training

Lift Truck Theory

ISO14001 EMS Management Training

Machine Guarding

Maintenance Management System

Management Leadership Training

Employee Motivation & Empowerment

Equipment Maintenance

Equipment Procurement

Internal Audit - Layered Process Audits

Pre-start Health and Safety Review

Strategic Planning

Master Procedure Flow

RPM Timekeeper knowledge

Scissor Lift

Workplace Inspection Training

Quality Management Systems - CQAM.00001 Quality Management Systems Manual

ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and applicable Customer Specific Requirements

 

 

Job Duties

Assesses and prioritizes work requests and ensures material required for the work is available.

Follows up on work orders to ensure job specifications (quality and quantity) and time lines are met.

Maintains and reviews stock inventory of spare parts, equipment and materials.

Prepares manpower schedule and grants vacations.

Inspects certain areas of the facility to ensure good housekeeping and safety provisions are adhered to.

Attends and provides input in daily production meetings if any.

Researches materials to continuously improve production.

Focuses on error proofing, ergonomic techniques and cost reductions.

Contacts outside contractors depending on need, if job cannot be done by internal maintenance manpower.

Champions all new equipment for new programs in conjunction with preventative maintenance;

Must be prepared to be on call 24 hours/day and weekends.

Prepares overtime equalization sheets, canvasses for overtime, prepares time sheets for payroll, approves vacations and leaves of absence and oversees schedule rotation for both plants.

Adheres to general and real-time supervisory expectations and guidelines as established by the company.

Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

Coordinate regular preventive maintenance on daily equipment and facility such as replacing light bulbs.

Be knowledgeable in the use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.

Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Involved in all aspects of building maintenance requirements for all new construction, renovations or updates to current systems. 

Coordinate and monitor contractor activities for projects.Work with site-wide building maintenance to ensure compliance to any construction, renovation or updates.Update project information and maintain project filesOrganize drawings and prepare drawing packages to support project activitySupport department management, project managers and consultants as requiredUpdate and maintains information in (Company Name) records systems and department databasesSet priorities for preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work.Maintain adequate supplies and equipment for the maintenance department.Requisition work to be completed through Purchasing.Attend meetings as required.Meet with Fire Department, Hydro, etc. as required.Complete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required.Drive Flex-N-Gate, Ventra vehicles, as required.Coordinate the painting and decorating of the interior and exterior surfaces as required.Adhere to departmental procedures and systems, e.g., "systems for preventative maintenance", "maintenance requisitions", scheduled work and continued quality improvement/risk management programs.Organize minor construction work, e.g., dismantling and erecting walls, finish carpentry work, pouring concrete, etc.Maintain inventory of new equipment, manuals and warranties.Operate computerized preventative maintenance program.Troubleshoot and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program and departmental procedures.Schedule preventative maintenance checks of all electrical alarmsResponsible for the install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment.Organize mechanical and preventative maintenance work on equipment as per preventative maintenance manual, e.g., circulating pumps, air handling systems, and refrigeration etc.Initiate safety concerns and makes judgment on the best methods of completing tasks.Responsible for snow removal and ice safety.Responsible for landscaping and the overall esthetic look of Flex-N-Gate, Ventra property.Accountable for short-term planning and keeping appropriate authorities aware of decisions being made.Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.

The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in

CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.

 

 

Requirements

Community College in a related fieldFive years in a mechanical/electrical capacity as a tradesman or;Five years related experience.

Highly motivated and able to work independently.

Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writingAbility to multi-task and establish prioritiesAbility to maintain organization of maintenance schedule and files in a changing environmentAbility to independently seek out downtime reduction activities and projects.Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadershipPossess a thorough knowledge` of contract administration and office proceduresAbility to perform small repairs (e.g. caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures)

Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation

Possess a valid drivers license

Able to create alternative solutions to problems

Excellent time management and project management skills

High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning

Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures

Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures

Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Able to work well under pressure

Strong attention to detail

Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email, cad , electrical control and PLC software

Possess supervisory skills

Proven ability to troubleshoot

Conflict Resolution skills

Employee relations skills

Statistical Process Control for Machine Capability

Possess ISO TS14001 knowledge

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making

 

Work Conditions

24/7 availability may be required

Physical ability to lift up to 75lb

Travel to the site, and off-site locations will be required

Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.

Overtime as required

Hazards associated with the trade

Work both indoors and outdoors

Will be exposed to construction sites

 

 

This job description is not inclusive. The duties, experience, functions, and any other descriptions herein may be changed at any time and other duties may be assigned as necessary. The company reserves the right to add, delete, or otherwise alter these responsibilities when and as necessary.  

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