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Koch Industries

Private conglomerate in energy and materials

Electrical Superintendent

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMadison, GA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Five or more years of electrical experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
  • Two or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or military environment, or similar.
  • Working knowledge of personal-computer-based tools such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and maintenance or production reporting systems.
  • Ability to learn and effectively use site-specific systems and processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of salaried and hourly associates in the Electrical Department.
  • Plan and assign daily work tasks to ensure efficient use of labor and maintenance resources.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and support training and development of electrical personnel.
  • Oversee the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex electrical systems, including programmable logic controllers, motors, drives, control systems, and power distribution equipment.
  • Coach and support the Electrical team in troubleshooting complex electrical issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
  • Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Utilize computerized maintenance management systems to plan, track, and analyze maintenance activities and equipment history.
  • Read, interpret, and ensure accurate use of electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to support maintenance and project work.
  • Work with Project Leaders and Engineering to support the installation, startup, and optimization of new electrical systems and equipment.
  • Ensure electrical installations and repairs comply with applicable electrical codes, regulatory requirements, and company safety standards.
  • Enforce safety policies, conduct regular safety inspections, and proactively identify and mitigate electrical hazards.
  • Prepare, manage, and optimize the electrical maintenance budget to control costs while supporting operational needs.
  • Identify and implement process improvements, reliability initiatives, and cost-saving opportunities within the Electrical Department.
  • Routinely utilize root cause analysis or similar problem-solving tools to address equipment failures and drive continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support overall facility performance and production objectives.
  • Work in a manufacturing plant environment that may include high noise levels, dust, and non-climate-controlled areas.

Desired Qualifications

  • Associate degree or higher in a related technical field.
  • Previous experience in a wood products manufacturing environment.
  • Previous experience as an Electrical Supervisor or similar frontline leadership role.
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers using Studio 5000, PowerFlex drives, human-machine interface systems, robotics, and advanced power distribution.

About the Company

Koch Industries

Private conglomerate in energy and materials

Koch Industries is a large, private, diversified conglomerate that operates in energy, chemical processing, and manufacturing. It started from an innovation that turned heavy crude oil into gasoline and grew through long‑term investments rather than short‑term market moves. The company generates value by refining fuels and producing chemical products, and it operates Georgia-Pacific, a major maker of paper and building products. Its business model relies on reinvesting most earnings back into the company to fund steady, long‑term growth rather than paying out frequent dividends or seeking quick profits. Koch differentiates itself from many competitors by staying privately owned, which reduces pressure from public markets and enables longer‑range planning. The company’s goal is to build scale and durability across its holdings by sustainable, multi‑decade growth rather than rapid, episodic gains.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding
$985.2M
Headquarters
Wichita, KS
Founded
1940

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