Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10^th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

The 3rd shift Maintenance Supervisor coordinates the installation, maintenance and repair of all company machinery and equipment within the facility as well as any maintenance or repairs of the building and property. The maintenance supervisor manages the hourly maintenance personnel in a safe, effective and efficient manner in compliance with all company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements. 

Assess and prioritizes work request and ensures material required for 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

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

Focuses on error proofing, ergonomic techniques and cost reductions

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 bulbs

Knowledgeable in the use of a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment 

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

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

Support department management, projects managers and consultants as required

Complete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required

Operate computerized preventive maintenance program

Initiate safety concerns and make judgment on the best methods of completing tasks

Responsible for snow and ice removal and safety

Accountable for short-term planning and keeping appropriate authorities aware of decisions being made

Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

Five 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 writing

Ability to multi-task and establish priorities

Ability to maintain organization of maintenance schedule and files in a changing environment

Ability to independently seek out downtime reduction activities and projects

Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership

Possess a valid drivers license

Able to create alternative solutions to problems

Excellent time management and project management skills

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

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.