Maintenance Supervisor
Muellerindustries
Apply to this job Nehring Electrical Works Company - Dekalb, 1005 E Locust Street, De Kalb, Illinois, US Until 9/15/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 17, 2026 Last posted July 17, 2026
Job description
Company Overview
Founded in 1912, Nehring Electrical Works has been producing wire and cable products longer than any wire mill in the Midwest. Nehring manufactures and markets bare/insulated copper and aluminum wire to the utility, telecommunication, electrical distribution and OEM markets.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor will play an integral role in sustaining and improving Nehring’s equipment and overall production processes. The Maintenance Supervisor is a hands-on, working foreman position that spends the majority of their time on the shop floor. The successful candidate will handle the following responsibilities:
Coordinate with Operations team and outside contractors to schedule maintenance activities and manage/reduce machine downtime
Drive and improve preventative maintenance (PM) process
Manage multiple projects with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
Drive continuous improvement projects and identify opportunities for Capex
Identify and implement actions to improve workplace safety and reduce environmental impact
Demonstrate a sense of urgency to achieve company commitments and goals
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Associates or 2-year technical degree preferred
Electrical and mechanical maintenance knowledge.
Must be proficient in technology and software such ERP systems, AutoCAD, Minitab, Microsoft Office (Excel)
Familiarity with maintenance management software (e.g. Limble)
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Ability to speak/interpret Spanish a plus
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Comprehensive company benefits per summary provided, such as medical benefits, dental benefits, prescription drug card benefits, group life insurance and disability income benefits.
401 (k) with company match
Paid vacation and sick time
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organization as required by the department supervisor or other manager.
*Applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check
*Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this position.
About this role
Summary
Oversee maintenance activities, improve processes, and manage safety and projects.
Job title
Maintenance Supervisor
Experience level
2+ years
Minimum experience
2+ years exp
Industry
manufacturing
Location requirements
On-site in De Kalb, Illinois; no remote work allowed.
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
electricalmechanicalERP systemsAutoCADMicrosoft Officemaintenance management software
Preferred skills
Spanish
Specializations
electricalmechanicalmaintenancepreventive maintenancesafety
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
DeKalb, IL, USA
On-site City