Maintenance Supervisor

Manufacturing Maintenance Supervisor – Maxton, NC

About the Role

Silgan Containers, America’s largest metal food packaging producer, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to manage maintenance operations in our high-speed manufacturing facility in Maxton, NC.

This role is ideal for a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager with expertise in industrial maintenance, PLC troubleshooting, mechanical systems, and continuous improvement.

You will oversee maintenance teams, ensure maximum equipment uptime, and drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to assist production efficiency.

What We Offer You

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Virtual healthcare through telemedicine

• Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance

• 401k with 6 percent employer match

• 15 paid vacation days and 10 paid holidays annually

• Tuition assistance and professional development programs

• Full-time, on-site role located in Maxton, North Carolina

What You’ll Do

• Supervise a team of maintenance technicians, electricians, machinists, and millwrights

• Schedule and coordinate preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and repairs

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and such as Allen-Bradley

• Minimize downtime by responding to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions

• Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Maintain and optimize CMMS and maintenance records

• Review downtime reports, equipment reliability metrics, and maintenance costs

• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and plant safety protocols

• Interpret and work from electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams

• Collaborate with production teams to improve machine performance and efficiency

• Identify cost savings opportunities and process improvements

• Train, coach, and evaluate maintenance staff performance

We Need You to Have

• High school diploma or GED

• Technical associate degree is a plus

• 5 or more years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing

• Strong knowledge of industrial maintenance systems, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, and  Allen-Bradley PLC programming and diagnostics

• Experience in high-speed manufacturing, food packaging, or industrial production environments

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, TPM, or Six Sigma principles

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings

• Experience using CMMS software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Strong management, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Why Join Silgan Containers?

• Industry leader in sustainable metal packaging manufacturing

• Focus on renewable energy, recycled materials, and innovation

• Opportunities for career growth in maintenance management

• Collaborative, safety-first manufacturing culture

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.