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We are seeking a hands-on Supervisor of Maintenance & Facilities to lead our maintenance team in a manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring our equipment, utilities, and facility systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while supporting production goals.
4-Day Work Week: Monday–Thursday (4 x 10-hour shifts)
If you're an experienced leader with strong electrical expertise and a passion for improving uptime, safety, and team performance, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians (mechanical & electrical)
Plan, prioritize, and oversee daily maintenance and work orders
Partner with production to minimize downtime and maximize reliability
Support hiring, training, and performance management
Serve as point of contact for vendors/ utility providers/ regulatory agencies
Maintenance & Facilities
Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs
Troubleshoot equipment issues and ensure timely resolution
Oversee installation, repair, and movement of equipment and utilities
Maintain CMMS records and support new equipment commissioning
Oversee utilities including electrical, gas, air, water, and process systems
Responsible for overseeing upkeep of grounds and facilities
Electrical & Compliance
Supervise electrical work in compliance with NEC and state regulations
Maintain panels, transformers, MCCs, drives, and controls
Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA (70E), and LOTO procedures
Support environmental and regulatory requirements
Continuous Improvement
Drive reliability and efficiency improvements
Perform root cause analysis on recurring issues
Partner on capital and process improvement projects
Qualifications
Valid Virginia Electrical License (required)
5+ years in manufacturing/industrial maintenance
2+ years in a leadership role
High school diploma or GED (technical degree preferred)
Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, PLCs, drives, and control systems
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and three-phase systems
Ability to read schematics and blueprints
Able to work on Fridays as needed
Key Strengths
Strong troubleshooting skills
Leadership and team development
Safety-first mindset
Organization and prioritization
Solid electrical and mechanical expertise
Physical Requirements
Lift up to 50 pounds
Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and climbing
Work Environment
This role operates in a manufacturing facility where conditions may include exposure to loud noise, fluctuating temperatures (hot or cold), and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The position involves walking, standing, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting of materials.
What we offer:
80 hours of paid holiday time per year
80 hours paid vacation to start
Paid personal days
40 hours paid sick leave per year
401(k) Plan with a company match
Paid Parental Leave
Medical and dental insurance
Vision Plan and prescription drug coverage
Flexible Spending Account
Company paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability plans
Corporate discount program
Annual Incentive Bonus Program
We have been in business for over 150 years!
John C. Nordt, a brand of LeachGarner, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of precious metal products to the jewelry industry. The company was founded in 1872 in New York City and has operated in Roanoke since 1984. Nordt's 45,000 sq foot manufacturing plant has been specifically designed to fabricate precious metals products including wedding bands, diamond rings, bracelets and tubing of highest quality.
LeachGarner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.