Maintenance Supervisor - Temporary Position / 1st Shift

At Morgan Advanced Materials, our rich history and dedication to innovation define who we are. Since our establishment in the UK in 1856, we have expanded globally, now operating across 70 sites in 18 countries. Our goal is to create a more sustainable world and enhance quality of life. We actively pursue this purpose through the development and production of advanced materials. 

Within our business unit, we specialise in innovating cutting-edge carbon, graphite, and carbide products that deliver outstanding performance. We use our expertise to tackle complex challenges across many diverse industries to provide effective solutions for our valued customers. 

Our products are shaping a better future; from enabling electric cars to charge faster and drive longer distances to maximising the operational efficiency of wind turbines. We are proud to help generate power for billions of people, deliver water to drought-stricken regions, improve the efficiency of industrial pumps, and protect lives both on the land and in the air. 

Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.  Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on and experienced Facility and Maintenance Supervisor to lead a skilled team of maintenance professionals in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.  This will be a Temporary assignment with 1st Shift hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support a team of 5 maintenance technicians, electricians, and mechanics. Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure high team effectiveness.
• Oversee execution of the preventive maintenance plan and manage reactive repairs. Coordinate internal resources and external contractors to ensure timely and cost-effective solutions.
• Lead the maintenance shop operations, ensuring availability of tools, spare parts, and fabrication capabilities to support daily repairs and kaizen initiatives.
• Maintain and troubleshoot a diverse range of equipment, from traditional machining tools to advanced CNC systems and specialized process technologies.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to plan, track, and analyze maintenance activities. Drive Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives and monitor related KPIs.
• Champion a safety-first culture. Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and company policies. Conduct regular safety audits and training.
• Support and lead improvement projects aimed at increasing equipment uptime, reducing maintenance costs, and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in industrial maintenance supervision, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms and TPM methodologies.
• Demonstrated leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with CNC machinery and legacy equipment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and kaizen principles.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and contractor performance.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer Ind-1