We are seeking a hands-on Supervisor of Maintenance & Facilities to lead our maintenance team in a manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring our equipment, utilities, and facility systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while supporting production goals.
4-Day Work Week: Monday–Thursday (4 x 10-hour shifts)
If you’re an experienced leader with strong electrical expertise and a passion for improving uptime, safety, and team performance, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
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Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians (mechanical & electrical)
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Plan, prioritize, and oversee daily maintenance and work orders
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Partner with production to minimize downtime and maximize reliability
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Support hiring, training, and performance management
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Serve as point of contact for vendors/ utility providers/ regulatory agencies
Maintenance & Facilities
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Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs
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Troubleshoot equipment issues and ensure timely resolution
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Oversee installation, repair, and movement of equipment and utilities
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Maintain CMMS records and support new equipment commissioning
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Oversee utilities including electrical, gas, air, water, and process systems
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Responsible for overseeing upkeep of grounds and facilities
Electrical & Compliance
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Supervise electrical work in compliance with NEC and state regulations
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Maintain panels, transformers, MCCs, drives, and controls
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Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA (70E), and LOTO procedures
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Support environmental and regulatory requirements
Continuous Improvement
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Drive reliability and efficiency improvements
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Perform root cause analysis on recurring issues
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Partner on capital and process improvement projects
Qualifications
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Valid Virginia Electrical License (required)
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5+ years in manufacturing/industrial maintenance
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2+ years in a leadership role
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High school diploma or GED (technical degree preferred)
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Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, PLCs, drives, and control systems
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Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and three-phase systems
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Ability to read schematics and blueprints
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Able to work on Fridays as needed
Key Strengths
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Strong troubleshooting skills
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Leadership and team development
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Safety-first mindset
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Organization and prioritization
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Solid electrical and mechanical expertise
Physical Requirements
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Lift up to 50 pounds
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Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and climbing
Work Environment
This role operates in a manufacturing facility where conditions may include exposure to loud noise, fluctuating temperatures (hot or cold), and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The position involves walking, standing, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting of materials.
What we offer:
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80 hours of paid holiday time per year
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80 hours paid vacation to start
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Paid personal days
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40 hours paid sick leave per year
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401(k) Plan with a company match
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Paid Parental Leave
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Medical and dental insurance
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Vision Plan and prescription drug coverage
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Flexible Spending Account
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Company paid life insurance
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Short-term and long-term disability plans
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Corporate discount program
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Annual Incentive Bonus Program
We have been in business for over 150 years!
John C. Nordt, a brand of LeachGarner, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of precious metal products to the jewelry industry. The company was founded in 1872 in New York City and has operated in Roanoke since 1984. Nordt’s 45,000 sq foot manufacturing plant has been specifically designed to fabricate precious metals products including wedding bands, diamond rings, bracelets and tubing of highest quality.
LeachGarner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
