GKN Automotive

Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift

GKN Automotive  •  Newton, NC (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

Role Purpose & Value

This role adds value by ensuring maximum equipment uptime, effective manpower planning, and strong leadership that drives continuous improvement. You will promote a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and accountability while developing the capabilities of every associate in the Maintenance department.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct leadership to maintenance team members while maintaining a strong presence on the production floor.
  • Enforce all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality policies and procedures.
  • Complete required HR tasks: training, timekeeping, and employee documentation.
  • Lead equipment troubleshooting, including full diagnosis, disassembly, and reassembly of machinery.
  • Conduct shift pass‑down meetings and ensure smooth communication among maintenance supervisors.
  • Confirm accurate documentation and communication of equipment status between shifts.
  • Serve as the single point of contact for maintenance issues and downtime during your shift.
  • Develop daily schedules and assign responsibilities to maintenance personnel.
  • Source spare parts through tool crib inventory, manuals, OEM contacts, and create requisitions in iValua.
  • Lead daily shift start‑up and safety toolbox meetings to ensure safe and efficient operations.
  • Audit work order quality and CMMS data: PM completion, part usage, documentation detail.
  • Maintain logs of equipment downtime, parts pending, and non‑critical issues.
  • Prioritize activities based on plant needs and input from Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
  • Ensure strong collaboration with Operations Group Leaders and Team Leaders.
  • Apply correct escalation protocols and maintenance system standards.
  • Support autonomous maintenance and ensure proper work order execution.
  • Facilitate team meetings focused on safety, quality, productivity, cleanliness, and continuous improvement.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline
  • 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role
  • Familiarity with CMMS maintenance systems
  • Proficiency in PC‑based tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
  • Strong communication, prioritization, and analytical problem‑solving skills

Key Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team‑building capabilities
  • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining composure
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Capacity to make critical decisions in time‑sensitive situations

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Life & AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Development and training opportunities
  • Supportive and safety‑driven work environment
GKN Automotive

About GKN Automotive

GKN Automotive is a world-leading global automotive technology company that pioneered electric drive systems and is now driving the future of transportation. Its origins date back to 1759, and for the last 70 years it has been at the forefront of the automotive industry, putting key technologies into series production. It is the trusted partner for 90% of the world’s global automotive companies, specialising in developing, building, and supplying market-leading driveline systems and advanced ePowertrain technologies. It is the global leader in sideshafts, with eight out of ten of the world’s best-selling cars using its sideshaft technology. The first eDrive system was fitted to a production car over 20 years ago and GKN Automotive is now powering over two million electrified vehicles worldwide.

GKN Automotive is part of Dowlais, a specialist engineering group focused on the automotive sector.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
1759
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