Supervisor, Maintenance (Bowling Green, KY, US, 42101) @ Knorr-Bremse

Supervisor, Maintenance

LOCATION

Bowling Green / Kentucky (US-KY), United States | BRAND: Bendix |

REQUISITION ID

12023 |

JOB GRADE

14 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading maintenance technicians and coordinating daily maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment, facilities, and utility systems. This position drives equipment reliability through preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices while supporting production objectives related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity (SQDCP). The Maintenance Supervisor serves as a frontline leader, providing technical direction, workforce development, continuous improvement leadership, and maintenance execution support. The position collaborates closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and Supply Chain teams to maximize asset performance and plant efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintenance Operations Leadership Lead, supervise, and develop maintenance technicians to ensure safe and effective maintenance operations.
• Coordinate daily maintenance activities including emergency repairs, corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, and predictive maintenance programs.
• Schedule maintenance personnel to support production requirements, planned shutdowns, overtime needs, vacation coverage, and weekend activities.
• Ensure timely response to equipment breakdowns and production-related maintenance issues.
• Establish priorities and allocate resources to achieve maintenance service level expectations.
• Support production teams by minimizing equipment downtime and maximizing operational availability.
• Cooperating with and monitoring the usage of the tool crib.
• Monitor material flow of technicians activity.
• Reliability Excellence & Asset Performance Drive Reliability Excellence principles through proactive maintenance Develop, execute, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Utilize Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5-Why, Fishbone, and other structured problem-solving methodologies to eliminate recurring equipment failures.
• Lead equipment reliability improvement initiatives focused on increasing uptime and asset life.
• Support implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles, including collaboration with production teams on Autonomous Maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to improve reliability and reduce lifecycle costs.
• Maintenance Systems & Digital Tools Utilize SAP PM, CMMS, and maintenance management systems to effectively manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, labor utilization, and asset history.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, records, and equipment histories.
• Analyze maintenance data and identify opportunities for performance improvement.
• Support implementation of predictive technologies and condition monitoring systems including vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication analysis, and other reliability tools.
• Develop and communicate maintenance performance dashboards and KPI reporting.
• Equipment, Facilities & Utility Systems Lead maintenance support for manufacturing equipment, facility infrastructure, and utility systems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities involving electrical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, HVAC equipment, compressed air systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Ensure all equipment and facilities remain capable of supporting manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Coordinate equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and repairs.
• Interface with equipment suppliers, contractors, and service providers to resolve technical issues and improve asset performance.
• Safety, Environmental & Regulatory Compliance Promote and enforce a safety-first culture throughout all maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements, company policies, and regulatory standards.
• Lead Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine safeguarding, contractor safety, and safe work practice compliance activities.
• Conduct maintenance-related risk assessments and support corrective action implementation.

Investigate safety incidents, near misses, and equipment-related events and implement corrective actions. Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 environmental requirements and company environmental policies. Support compliance with product safety requirements and escalation procedures. Quality & Operational Excellence Support compliance with IATF 16949 quality standards and internal quality requirements. Ensure equipment capability meets process and product quality requirements.

Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, quality improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement. Participate in problem-solving activities involving customer concerns, process performance, and equipment reliability. Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to improve equipment effectiveness and process performance. Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians and skilled trades personnel.

Conduct employee performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback. Develop training plans and skill development programs to strengthen technical capabilities. Support apprenticeship programs, cross-training initiatives, and succession planning efforts. Promote employee engagement, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Foster strong working relationships across all departments.

MANDATORY KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance or a related discipline preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience with trouble shooting and correcting equipment failures. Minimum of 5 years of experience in leading and developing skilled trades technicians. Electrical and mechanical knowledge necessary to perform repairs on a variety of equipment using specific hand and power tools as it relates to trade and/or area of specialty. In-depth knowledge of complex commercial and institutional maintenance procedures, including basic electricity, energy management, and pneumatic control systems.

Physical ability to lift moderately heavy equipment, and to carry tools, parts and supplies up and down ladders, vertical accesses and steps. Courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with other personnel and the public. Thorough knowledge of shop mathematics and blueprint reading skills. Analytical ability necessary to perform calculations, interpret data from blueprints and manuals, diagnose problems with equipment and solve problems. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Statistical evaluation software familiarity a plus.

Working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical components Technical Competencies Preventive Maintenance Predictive Maintenance Reliability Excellence Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Equipment Troubleshooting Electrical, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems PLC Fundamentals CMMS / SAP PM Lean Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Statistical Analysis Maintenance Planning & Scheduling Energy Management Vendor and Contractor Management Position Requirements The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Bowling Green, KY is $65100–$97700 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Bendix Commerical Vehicle Systems is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations.

Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook.

6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 4% of annual salary.

This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis. Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship. Become part of our team!

Join us in shaping the mobility of the future! We - that's around 32,000 employees worldwide. At over 100 locations in more than 30 countries, we are committed to progress on rail and road through technological excellence, sustainable management and social responsibility. Our most recent turnover was 7.8 billion euros. With us, you can expect an exciting and varied job in an international environment as well as an attractive package.