Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift
Zekelman Industries · Rochelle, IL
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 28 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor reliability role at Zekelman Industries (metals) in Rochelle, IL. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Welding, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 77 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Typical $70k–$98k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 50%
- PLC 47%
- ✓ Welding 33%
- Automation 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Zekelman Industries in Rochelle
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Full description from Zekelman IndustriesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
About the Role
As a 3rd Shift Maintenance Supervisor at Wheatland Tube , a division of Zekelman Industries , you will oversee the maintenance team and ensure the reliability, efficiency, and safety of all plant equipment. Reporting to the Department Manager, this hands-on role is responsible for coordinating preventive maintenance programs, troubleshooting machinery issues, and leading a team of skilled maintenance technicians to support safe and efficient plant operations. This role is onsite and located in Rochelle, IL.
Who You Are
- ✓5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in steel manufacturing or heavy industry.
- ✓2+ years of supervisory experience leading a maintenance team.
- ✓Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; welding and fabrication experience a plus.
- ✓Associate degree or technical certification in industrial maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related field; equivalent work experience considered.
- ✓Proven ability to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues and implement effective solutions.
- ✓Familiarity with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office.
- ✓Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and industrial safety best practices.
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You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
What You’ll Do
- •Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance technicians to ensure efficient daily operations.
- •Oversee and participate in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining plant machinery, including mills, welders, cutting systems, and material handling equipment.
- •Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and improve equipment longevity.
- •Enforce safety protocols and regulatory compliance, ensuring OSHA and Company policies are followed.
- •Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and production disruptions, coordinating emergency repairs as needed.
- •Monitor spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement of necessary components.
- •Identify and implement improvements to enhance reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of maintenance processes.
- •Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and compliance documentation.
- •Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to support seamless operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
- •Performs other duties as assigned.
- •Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.
What You’ll Get
- •Competitive compensation.
- •Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities.
- •401(k) plan with a generous company match.
- •Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with low-cost, high-quality options.
- •Tuition assistance program.
- •Paid vacation and holidays.
- •Employee loyalty awards and recognition programs.
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We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.