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At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity.\nBendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.\nJOB DESCRIPTION:\nPOSITION SUMMARY :\nThe Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading maintenance technicians and coordinating daily maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment, facilities, and utility systems. This position drives equipment reliability through preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices while supporting production objectives related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity (SQDCP).\nThe Maintenance Supervisor serves as a frontline leader, providing technical direction, workforce development, continuous improvement leadership, and maintenance execution support. The position collaborates closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and Supply Chain teams to maximize asset performance and plant efficiency.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES:\nMaintenance Operations Leadership\nLead, supervise, and develop maintenance technicians to ensure safe and effective maintenance operations. \nCoordinate daily maintenance activities including emergency repairs, corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, and predictive maintenance programs. \nSchedule maintenance personnel to support production requirements, planned shutdowns, overtime needs, vacation coverage, and weekend activities. \nEnsure timely response to equipment breakdowns and production-related maintenance issues.\nEstablish priorities and allocate resources to achieve maintenance service level expectations.\nSupport production teams by minimizing equipment downtime and maximizing operational availability.\nCooperating with and monitoring the usage of the tool crib. Monitor material flow of technicians activity.\nReliability Excellence & Asset Performance\nDrive Reliability Excellence principles through proactive maintenance\nDevelop, execute, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs. \nUtilize Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5-Why, Fishbone, and other structured problem-solving methodologies to eliminate recurring equipment failures.\nLead equipment reliability improvement initiatives focused on increasing uptime and asset life.\nSupport implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles, including collaboration with production teams on Autonomous Maintenance activities.\nMonitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to improve reliability and reduce lifecycle costs.\nMaintenance Systems & Digital Tools\nUtilize SAP PM, CMMS, and maintenance management systems to effectively manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, labor utilization, and asset history.\nMaintain accurate maintenance documentation, records, and equipment histories. \nAnalyze maintenance data and identify opportunities for performance improvement.\nSupport implementation of predictive technologies and condition monitoring systems including vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication analysis, and other reliability tools.\nDevelop and communicate maintenance performance dashboards and KPI reporting.\nEquipment, Facilities & Utility Systems\nLead maintenance support for manufacturing equipment, facility infrastructure, and utility systems.\nCoordinate maintenance activities involving electrical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, HVAC equipment, compressed air systems, and facility infrastructure. \nEnsure all equipment and facilities remain capable of supporting manufacturing and quality requirements.\nCoordinate equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and repairs.\nInterface with equipment suppliers, contractors, and service providers to resolve technical issues and improve asset performance. \nSafety, Environmental & Regulatory Compliance\nPromote and enforce a safety-first culture throughout all maintenance activities.\nEnsure compliance with all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements, company policies, and regulatory standards. \nLead Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine safeguarding, contractor safety, and safe work practice compliance activities.\nConduct maintenance-related risk assessments and support corrective action implementation.\nInvestigate safety incidents, near misses, and equipment-related events and implement corrective actions.\nEnsure compliance with ISO 14001 environmental requirements and company environmental policies. \nSupport compliance with product safety requirements and escalation procedures. \nQuality & Operational Excellence\nSupport compliance with IATF 16949 quality standards and internal quality requirements. \nEnsure equipment capability meets process and product quality requirements.\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, quality improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement.\nParticipate in problem-solving activities involving customer concerns, process performance, and equipment reliability.\nCollaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to improve equipment effectiveness and process performance.\nTeam Leadership & Development\nLead, coach, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians and skilled trades personnel.\nConduct employee performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.\nDevelop training plans and skill development programs to strengthen technical capabilities.\nSupport apprenticeship programs, cross-training initiatives, and succession planning efforts.\nPromote employee engagement, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.\nFoster strong working relationships across all departments.\nMANDATORY KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:\nBachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance or a related discipline preferred.\nMinimum of 5 years of experience with trouble shooting and correcting equipment failures.\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in leading and developing skilled trades technicians.\nElectrical and mechanical knowledge necessary to perform repairs on a variety of equipment using specific hand and power tools as it relates to trade and/or area of specialty. \nIn-depth knowledge of complex commercial and institutional maintenance procedures, including basic electricity, energy management, and pneumatic control systems. \nPhysical ability to lift moderately heavy equipment, and to carry tools, parts and supplies up and down ladders, vertical accesses and steps. \nCourteous, cooperative relations when interacting with other personnel and the public. \nThorough knowledge of shop mathematics and blueprint reading skills. \nAnalytical ability necessary to perform calculations, interpret data from blueprints and manuals, diagnose problems with equipment and solve problems. \nProficiency with Microsoft Office 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Statistical evaluation software familiarity a plus.\nWorking knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical components\nTechnical Competencies\nPreventive Maintenance\nPredictive Maintenance\nReliability Excellence\nTotal Productive Maintenance (TPM)\nRoot Cause Analysis (RCA)\nFailure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)\nEquipment Troubleshooting\nElectrical, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems\nPLC Fundamentals\nCMMS / SAP PM\nLean Manufacturing\nContinuous Improvement\nStatistical Analysis\nMaintenance Planning & Scheduling\nEnergy Management\nVendor and Contractor Management\nPosition Requirements\nThe demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nThe anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Bowling Green, KY is $65100-$97700 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Bendix Commerical Vehicle Systems is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 4% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.\n Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship. \nBecome part of our team!\nJoin us in shaping the mobility of the future!\nWe - that's around 32,000 employees worldwide. At over 100 locations in more than 30 countries, we are committed to progress on rail and road through technological excellence, sustainable management and social responsibility. Our most recent turnover was 7.8 billion euros. 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