Maintenance Supervisor

DEMA Engineering Co. has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join our Operations Team located in Kirkwood, MO. As our Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and day to day supervision of maintenance technicians, building systems, production processes and documentation associated with a lean, high performing, organization focused on Safety, Prevention and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, and SOP's. You will gain access to manufacturing operations which utilize robotic systems and real-world applications for brazing, machining, automation, and chemical treatments. You will work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities. Our ideal candidate will thrive knowing they will have the autonomy to design and implement innovative solutions to ongoing technical, mechanical, preventative maintenance, and facility concerns.

At DEMA, we are committed to investing in talented, hardworking, team-oriented individuals who are passionate for growth. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you cannot only grow but make an impact. By joining the DEMA Team, you will be rewarded for your creativity, continuous improvement, and problem-solving skills that help our operations run more efficiently and reliably.

We invite you to join the DEMA family where our employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. If you have manufacturing maintenance supervisory experience and are ready to grow with a team committed to your long-term success, we would like to talk to you.

This position will report to the Director of EHS & Facilities.

Key Position Responsibilities:

• Supervise maintenance personnel and day-to-day tasks to ensure smooth performance of overall operations.
• Troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, and maintain production equipment.
• Maintain effective preventative maintenance program by performing daily PM checks and coordinating all PM/TPM activities with production management.
• Install and/or modify manufacturing equipment to meet production requirements.
• Work with outside contractors when scope of repair is beyond in-house capabilities.
• Order parts and supplies and maintain inventory.
• Provide technical assessment of equipment to determine what should be repaired or replaced with or without equipment manuals.
• Maintain and operate tools in a manner that conforms to company and third-party audit standards.
• Obtain quotes and proposals from vendors and suppliers.
• Grow existing PM program and life-cycle requirements to meet TPM requirements.

Key Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university, or three to five years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical degree preferred.
• Professional certifications including CMRP, HVAC or other preferred.
• Technical skills in mechanical and electrical repair are required; knowledge in any of the following is a plus: CNC's, PLCs, instrumentation, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, motors, and facility support such as boiler, compressed air, HVAC, etc.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, preventive/ predictive maintenance, TPM, inventory and scheduling software, strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership skills (conflict resolution, facilitation, change management skills, decision making, empowerment and delegation), essential.
• OSHA requirements and relevant health, safety, and compliance standards awareness.
• Demonstrated ability to lead problem solving and troubleshooting efforts, of complex systems associated with high-level process or facility issues using root cause analysis tools.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good planning and priority setting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with 5S and lean manufacturing techniques.

Benefits:

• Paid time off.
• Insurance (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and more).
• 401k with profit share and company contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness programs.
• Desirable location within walking distance to Grant's Trail.

About Us:

DEMA is a world leader in the development of proportioning chemical dispensers and fluid control products. Established in 1956 with headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, DEMA has grown to include manufacturing and warehouse facilities in Missouri, Zeewolde Netherlands, and Sydney Australia. Embracing our heritage, DEMA remains owned by the Deutsch family, with active 3rd and 4th generation family members leading the company. DEMA's chemical dispensing products are used to safely and accurately blend chemicals and water for a variety of applications, including housekeeping, food service, food processing, dish wash, laundry, and car wash. DEMA's range of solenoid valves are used in many industries, including car wash, beverage and chemical dispensing, agriculture, misting, reverse osmosis, high-pressure cleaning machines, and refrigeration transportation systems.

DEMA Engineering Co., is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer