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Supervisor - Maintenance

TalentburstAkron, OHMay 21st, 2026
Supervisor - MaintenanceLocation: Cleveland OH 44102 - Day Shift (6am to 2:30pm)Duration: 12 months plus extensionsResponsibilities:First Line Leader Our Operations team is essential to deliver the innovative products we make for our customers. We depend on our team members to actively engage in continuously improving our operations while we provide growth and development to help them build their skills and career.Operational Excellence in our workplace unleashes the energy, creativity and collaboration - along with our tools, technology and training - that enables our people to perform at their best.Primary Function: To lead and execute production activities for one shift at the Client Laird Cleveland Site. Lead and develop a staff of approximately 30 non-exempt employees to run daily production on your shift in a safe and environmentally sound manner: supporting Process Safety Management (PSM), cost, yield, utility, production capability OEE/TEEP, statistical process control, and Lean/Six Sigma objectives.Responsible for providing leadership, developing your team members, and leading daily activities in conjunction with improvement initiatives for your production shift.This position reports to the Laird Cleveland Area Leader. This position regularly and systematically monitors manufacturing processes from the shop floor and takes process related corrective actions in order to produce highest quality Laird products, per the schedule and in the safest manner possible, while constantly supporting an environment of continuous improvement and development of the team members.Your key responsibilities: Embraces and role models Client Core ValuesPlans shift activities and resources to optimize performance in line with production goals; Communicates shift performance (safety, production, quality, etc.) goals, metrics and outcomes to team members; Builds an understanding of the team's contribution to the shift/site/business goalsOperates with Excellence by engaging team members to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, eliminate waste, remove barriers, and build a sense of ownership and prideResponsible for coaching and holding team accountable for safety, behavior, performance, and qualityCoaches, develops and provides performance feedback to team members to build capabilities, aligns expectations and improve team effectivenessHires, retains and develops talent to meet current and future capabilities; Promotes a diverse, equitable and inclusive environmentPartners with leaders to stay informed of the business strategy and needsEffectively communicate and implement site directions and messages to team ensuring the work alignment is clearDocuments and completes administrative requirements timely and efficientlyEnsures work is completed per published scheduleFacilitates team processes, including problem solving and issue resolutionLeads or participates in EHS & Quality investigations and determines appropriate corrective actionEnsure employees comply with established Standard Operating ProceduresMonitors and makes adjustments to controllable costs for shift (i.e. overtime, operating supplies)Completes Leader Standard Work practices, including frequent line walksInitiates awards and recognition for individuals and/or teams, and celebrates area's accomplishmentsOrganizes and manages staffing levels to ensure adequate support for production needsAddresses personnel issues on shift effectivelyCoordinate equipment readiness for maintenance and contract activities as per schedule, including, equipment cleanliness, decontamination, lockouts, and general work permitsWilling and able to become a Safe Work Permit WriterQualifications: 5+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environmentPeople leadership preferredConfident with current computer applications and skills.High School Diploma or Equivalent#TB_EN#ZRWhy TalentBurst?At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.