The Maintenance Supervisor leads the plant's maintenance operations across multiple shifts or departments. This leadership role ensures the safe, efficient, and cost-effective upkeep of mechanical, electrical, and structural systems. Drive's reliability improvements, project planning, and personnel development.
Responsibilities
Assign daily tasks to maintenance technicians and mechanics (Levels I - Senior).
Monitor work orders and ensure timely completion through CMMS.
Coordinate emergency and routine maintenance with operations teams.
Ensure adherence to safety procedures, LOTO, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with scheduling, parts ordering, and contractor oversight.
Support training and mentoring of junior maintenance staff.
Report maintenance KPIs and status updates to plant leadership.
Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred.
5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including mechanical and/or electrical systems.
High level of safety and quality.
Ability to multi-task at a fast pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.).
Good problem-solving skills.
Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred.
Forklift experience - Preferred.
Computer Software - Preferred.
Warehouse experience - Preferred.
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory maintenance role preferred.
Must be local or willing to relocate in area.
Employer Description
U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.
As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.
U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.