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Supervisor, Maintenance 2nd shift

John Deere

Waterloo, IAJob$78–116K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$78–116K/yr
Location
Waterloo, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

John Deere seeks a Maintenance Supervisor for its Waterloo Works to lead skilled‑trade employees on the second shift, manage SAP work orders, drive continuous‑improvement, oversee preventative‑maintenance planning, and ensure safety and 5S compliance while coordinating with engineering.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Strong CommunicationFacilitationSAPTechnical Knowledge of MaintenanceLeadership in Union EnvironmentIndustrial MechanicElectricianIndustrial AutomationExcelWordPowerPointGeneral Industrial StandardsPreventative Maintenance PlanningSharePointPowerBI

Qualifications

Must Be 18+

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo

Function: Operations (CA)

Title: Supervisor, Maintenance 2nd shift - 124581

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Maintenance Supervisor for John Deere Waterloo Works located in Waterloo, IA you will supervise skilled trades employees on 2nd Shift. Along with administer the John Deere / UAW contract in regard to the skilled trades work force. Additional responsibilities include:

  • Planning and scheduling of SAP generated work orders for skilled trades

  • Work order management to meet department objectives and goals

  • Direct and coordinate continuous improvement plans and activities

  • Develop plans for preventative maintenance (PM's) of equipment to maximize the uptime and utilization of equipment assets

  • Implement, monitor, and present safety programs

  • Coordinate and maintain 5S activities associated with maintenance department

  • Work in a team environment developing, monitoring, and improving maintenance processes

  • Interface with Engineering on technical issues

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

  • Strong communicator, both verbal and written

  • Strong Facilitation skills

  • 1 years of experience planning, estimating, and scheduling work

  • 1 or more years of SAP experience

What Makes You Stand Out

  • Technical knowledge of Maintenance functions in a machining environment (mechanical, electrical or heat & vent)

  • 1 or more years of experience in a leadership role in a union environment

  • Experience as an industrial mechanic or electrician

  • Experience with industrial automation

  • Experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint

  • Experience with general industrial standards

  • Experience with preventative maintenance planning and scheduling

  • Experience with SharePoint or PowerBI

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in a Business/Management discipline, Engineering/Technology discipline, or AAS in Engineering / Technology with 2 years of relative work experience

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements

  • Highly competitive base pay

  • Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)

  • Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account

  • Adoption assistance

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Tuition assistance

  • Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations

  • Charitable contribution match

  • Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

  • Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice

The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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