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Maintenance Area Supervisor - Kokomo, IN

Stellantis
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), company vehicle
United States, Indiana, Kokomo
Apr 08, 2026
Back Maintenance Area Supervisor #2016159 Kokomo, Indiana, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Job Description The Maintenance Supervisor leads and directs skilled trades employees to meet the objectives of the maintenance department in a fast paced, high volume, unionized, manufacturing environment. The selected candidate will coordinate safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale initiatives. Drive throughput improvements and coordinate professional maintenance and breakdown maintenance activities. Provide coaching and mentoring to team members (both hourly and supervisory) regarding techniques for problem solving and corrective action implementation. Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: Possess a general level of technical understanding related to maintenance, time-based maintenance (TBM), condition-based maintenance (CBM), and dynamic maintenance (DM). Influence the key performance indicators (KPI's), mean time between failure (MTBF) of components and equipment in their area, mean time to repair (MTTR), as well as maintaining equipment at basic conditions and continuous improvements of the equipment in their area. Address throughput, run to run, and downtime related issues with equipment in a production environment, supported by the Professional Maintenance Specialist (PMS) where applicable. Direct supervision of the Skilled Trades. Work with Skilled Trades staff in driving waste reduction efforts through implementation of methods / processes of Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Professional Maintenance (PM), Quality Maintenance (QM), Focus Improvement (FI) and People Development (PD). Actively participate and lead kaizen project activities centered on Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) improvements and waste reduction opportunities identified through cost deployment. Location(s) 3360 N US 931, Kokomo , Indiana 46901 , United States Requirements Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Minimum 3 years of industrial automation experience with project management experience. Ability to work any shift and overtime as required Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Demonstrated troubleshooting problem solving experience Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams. Ability to coach/mentor/develop skilled trade employees Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in technical/engineering field Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing Experience leading maintenance teams in a union environment Experience with controls, robotics, drives and system level communication systems, various conveyance systems, welding, vision systems and sensor use and application Employment Type Full-time Stellantis At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. Additional Job Posting Information Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more! When you join us, you're not just building a career - you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.