Maintenance Supervisor at Cooper Standard Automotive Inc. in Gaylord, Michigan

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor I leads the skilled technical personnel in the maintenance and repair of plant machinery, tooling, equipment and building services in a safe and effective manner.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensures labor is managed efficiently and effectively.


• Provides guidance, direction and training to personnel in respective areas as needed.


• Ensures all work by skilled personnel is performed in a safe manner and in accordance with OSHA and company safety standards.


• Prioritizes maintenance activities in accordance with production requirements to ensure minimal machine down time.


• Implements and maintains work orders and ensures appropriate reporting/feedback is supplied to the initiators.


• Develop and implement schedules and procedures for equipment repairs and preventative maintenance programs.


• Meets with Operations to review production downtime and other production problems, and to assist in coordination of efforts to minimize effects of problems.


• Ensures that items are available in tool crib and orders for replacement parts are submitted timely.


• Ensures that 6S standards are being maintained within the maintenance/tooling department, tool crib and work areas.


• Direct and allocate overtime hours as schedules require supporting all production activities.


• Performs/assists in associate performance reviews and discussions.


• Supports continuous improvement projects.


• Participates in, and provides training as required.


• Participates in and performs Layered Process Audits (LPA) per plan.


• Ensures Housekeeping and Health & Safety Standards are maintained.


• Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to facility or divisional adopted standards such as TS 16949 and ISO 14001.


• Utilizes the concepts of continuous improvement including Lean.


• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description.


• Will cover plant wide operations and backfill production as needed.


• Manage Facility repair and maintenance as needed.

Education and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Four-year College or University Degree/Technical degree in Engineering/related field preferred.


• Minimum of three years' experience in automotive industry.


• Prior leadership experience preferred.


• Technical ability to solve complex problems and exercise judgement based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.


• Experience in a variety of basic operations disciplines: Manufacturing, Quality, Process / Tooling and Shop Floor Supervision.


• Identifies and coordinates the resolution of issues related to programs or processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary.

Work Environment/Work Conditions:

• Professional Office Environment.


• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor.


• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required.


• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury.

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.

Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether via personal, professional, education, or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing recruitment@cooperstandard.com with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.

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