Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Union Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model, integrating advanced robotics, manufacturing, and software into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America’s industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead.

We recently emerged from stealth with $50M in funding led by top-tier venture investors and strategic partners. Read more in our Press Release

Job Summary :

Looking for a lead-from-the-front, professional Maintenance Supervisor ready to charge into battle. Is your home toolbox an ode to obsessive order and cleanliness? Do you thrive on creating and driving precision maintenance processes and documentation? Do you believe the job's not done till everything is clean, tools are put away, and the work orders are closed? We need a battle-hardened Maintenance Supervisor to command a shift of multicraft technicians in our high-volume, highly automated steel parts factory. With 7+ years of heavy industrial experience and 3+ years as a supervisor, you'll lead data-driven troubleshooting, foster a culture of safety, and ensure our defense-critical operations run with unyielding precision and efficiency. Expect high stakes, tight deadlines, and a hands-on, "in the trenches" approach to keep our factory fortified.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead a shift of multicraft technicians on a 12-hour shift, directing operations with tactical precision.
• Be an expert at people development and growth, mentoring your team to peak performance.
• Drive a culture of safety in our high-volume, highly automated steel parts factory, enforcing protocols that protect the mission.
• Conduct data-driven troubleshooting and repair to minimize downtime and maximize uptime in a fast-paced environment.
• Deliver clear communication and solid technical writing skills for breakdown analysis and after-action reports, ensuring lessons learned fortify future operations.
• Master industrial hydraulics (servos + proportional valve systems), power transmission systems, pneumatics, PLC troubleshooting (Allen Bradley or Siemens), 480-volt troubleshooting, and low-voltage troubleshooting to keep equipment battle-ready.

Required Qualifications :

o Experience : Heavy industrial experience (7+ years); previous experience as a supervisor (3+ years); proven leadership in high-stakes, automated manufacturing environments.

o Technical Skills : Expertise in industrial hydraulics (servos + proportional valve systems), power transmission systems, pneumatics, PLC troubleshooting (Allen Bradley or Siemens), 480-volt troubleshooting, and low-voltage troubleshooting.

o Leadership / Work Style : Hands-on, "in the trenches" grit; expert in people development; thrives under pressure with a focus on safety and precision.

o Soft Skills : Clear communicator; strong technical writer; data-driven problem-solver; team leader with a commitment to order and cleanliness.

o Physical Requirements : Ready to stand, lift (up to 50 lbs), and engage directly on the shop floor in a dynamic industrial setting.

Preferred Qualifications :

o Welding expertise.

o Machining / CNC lathes / mills proficiency.

o CMMS system experience.

o Rigging / millwright skills.

o Robotics knowledge.

o Training facilitation abilities.

o Precision maintenance techniques.

o Gas heating systems mastery.

o Induction heating technologies.

o Heat treating processes.

o Forging operations.

o Chemical coatings application.

o Condition-based maintenance inspections.

o Infrared / ultrasound / vibration analysis.

Work Environment :

You’ll be on the front lines in our manufacturing facility—think noise, machinery, and occasional travel for supplier missions or equipment assessments.

Benefits : Competitive salary + bonuses.

Join the mission. We'll handle the move.

Exceptional talent shouldn't be bound by geography. If you're ready to relocate to Dallas, TX and join us in reindustrializing America’s defense backbone, we'll make it easy—and for those who move quickly, additional incentives may be available.

Compensation Range : $90K - $125K