Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor - Braintree, MA

Braintree, Massachusetts Permanent USD105,000 - USD115,000 per year View Job Description
An established industrial manufacturer is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor to lead maintenance personnel, coordinate daily work activities, and ensure the reliability and performance of critical plant systems. This hands-on leadership position offers the opportunity to improve operational efficiency, develop technical teams, and support a safe, high-performing manufacturing environment.
  • Directly influence plant reliability, safety, and performance
  • Work alongside Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance leadership

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization operating a large-scale industrial facility with a strong commitment to safety, operational reliability, and continuous improvement. The business invests in its people and technology, creating an environment where maintenance and engineering professionals can make a measurable impact on plant performance.
The company promotes collaboration across Operations, Engineering, Reliability, and Maintenance teams and values leaders who can contribute to both day-to-day execution and long-term operational success. Employees benefit from a culture focused on accountability, teamwork, technical excellence, and ongoing development.

Job Description

  • Lead and supervise daily electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities within a manufacturing facility.
  • Coordinate and direct technicians, contractors, and maintenance personnel to ensure safe and effective execution of work.
  • Prioritize, schedule, and manage preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities.
  • Drive completion of maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Maintain a strong field presence by supporting troubleshooting efforts, coaching employees, and reinforcing safety standards.
  • Oversee work quality and ensure maintenance activities are completed efficiently and in accordance with company procedures.
  • Support the maintenance and reliability of electrical distribution systems, instrumentation, analyzers, motor controls, control valves, and other critical plant equipment.
  • Partner with Operations and Engineering teams to resolve equipment issues and support plant improvement projects.
  • Monitor maintenance performance metrics, backlog management, labor utilization, and work order completion.
  • Coordinate contractor activities and ensure compliance with site requirements and safety expectations.
  • Assist with workforce planning, staffing, training, resource allocation, and employee development.
  • Support inventory planning, spare parts management, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, and productivity.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical and instrumentation experience.
  • Previous supervisory, maintenance leadership, or maintenance coordination experience.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, analyzers, motor controls, control valves, VFDs, and industrial control systems.
  • Experience working with PLC, DCS, and process control systems is highly desirable.
  • Ability to prioritize work, manage resources, and coordinate maintenance activities in a fast-paced 24/7 operation.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and team leadership skills.
  • Experience with maintenance planning, contractor management, and scheduling activities.
  • Familiarity with CMMS or SAP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline preferred, although equivalent industry experience will be considered.
  • Massachusetts Electrical License is advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of industrial safety standards, including lockout/tagout, confined space procedures, electrical safety, and contractor safety management.



What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to step into a key leadership role within a stable and growing industrial manufacturing operation.
  • High visibility position with direct influence on plant reliability, maintenance performance, and operational success.
  • Collaborative working environment with Operations, Engineering, Reliability, and Senior Maintenance leadership teams.
  • Opportunity to mentor, coach, and develop maintenance professionals.
  • Exposure to advanced industrial electrical, instrumentation, process control, and reliability systems.
  • Involvement in continuous improvement and plant optimization initiatives.
  • Monday-Friday schedule, providing consistency while supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
  • Long-term career progression opportunities within a technically sophisticated production environment.

Apply Now!

Contact
Delaney Sandner
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7067435

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Braintree
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Delaney Sandner
Job Reference
JN-072026-7067435
 

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