Entry Level Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor Jobs
New grad mechanical maintenance supervisor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on technical training can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Education, with employers like Jobot, Cleveland-Cliffs, and Affiliated Engineers hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)
Functional Area: Engineering
The Role
Under general supervision provides essential support for departmental functions that include a wide range of activities and initiatives.
What You’ll Do
- Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
- Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
- Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.
- This position will be in the Mechanical Designer office to get a feel for the engineering design work we do as well as involvement in our Engineering Capital Project management and execution across all facilities.
- This will provide the intern some exposure to a number of different functional areas throughout their summer internship with us.
- Summer Internship in Process Controls dealing with new capital projects across all plants.
- Technology/process focused projects including developing scope, project requests, equipment requisition, planning, scheduling, and implementation.
- Reverse engineering components and assemblies through our Green Tag Process for the purpose of cost savings, lead time reduction and reliability improvements.
- Assist in control systems for capital projects for new equipment and upgrades.
- Support innovation, best practices, and value for the organization.
- Investigates new technologies to see if they are viable for applications and reports findings to their direct manager.
- Identifies repetitive issues to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
- Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
- Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
- Have an applicable degree program and coursework that corresponds with the internship applied for.
- Applicable experience within the technical fields preferred.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and excellent communication skills are all essential to this position.
- Effective presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to interact and collaborate with a variety of individuals in a professional manner.
Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis
About us
Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno. Wells Enterprises is a $2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across four production plants and two main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams. As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment. At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition.
What We Offer
At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.
Job Description
Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)
Functional Area: Engineering
The Role
Under general supervision provides essential support for departmental functions that include a wide range of activities and initiatives.
What You’ll Do
- Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
- Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
- Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.
- This position will be in the Mechanical Designer office to get a feel for the engineering design work we do as well as involvement in our Engineering Capital Project management and execution across all facilities.
- This will provide the intern some exposure to a number of different functional areas throughout their summer internship with us.
- Summer Internship in Process Controls dealing with new capital projects across all plants.
- Technology/process focused projects including developing scope, project requests, equipment requisition, planning, scheduling, and implementation.
- Reverse engineering components and assemblies through our Green Tag Process for the purpose of cost savings, lead time reduction and reliability improvements.
- Assist in control systems for capital projects for new equipment and upgrades.
- Support innovation, best practices, and value for the organization.
- Investigates new technologies to see if they are viable for applications and reports findings to their direct manager.
- Identifies repetitive issues to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
- Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
- Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
- Have an applicable degree program and coursework that corresponds with the internship applied for.
- Applicable experience within the technical fields preferred.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and excellent communication skills are all essential to this position.
- Effective presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to interact and collaborate with a variety of individuals in a professional manner.
Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis
About us
Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno. Wells Enterprises is a $2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across four production plants and two main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams. As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment. At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition.
What We Offer
At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.
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- Cleveland-Cliffs10
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- HDR8
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- Manufacturing82
- Education34
- Technology & Software30
- Construction & Real Estate25
Entry Level Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mechanical maintenance supervisor job?
Start by highlighting any hands-on experience you have, whether from internships, technical coursework, vocational training, or personal projects involving equipment, machinery, or facility systems. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand preventive maintenance basics, can read schematics, and show reliability. Certifications in OSHA safety standards or equipment-specific systems give entry level applicants a concrete edge over other new graduates.
Which companies hire entry level mechanical maintenance supervisors?
Companies hiring entry level mechanical maintenance supervisors right now include Jobot, Cleveland-Cliffs, and Affiliated Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, manufacturers, logistics operators, and facility management companies tend to be the most active, often building their supervisor pipeline from recent graduates and junior technicians already familiar with their equipment.
Are there remote entry level mechanical maintenance supervisor jobs?
Yes, though most positions at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 14% of entry level mechanical maintenance supervisor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be roles with administrative or coordination components rather than direct equipment oversight. On-site positions remain the clearest path for candidates building early experience.
Are these new grad mechanical maintenance supervisor jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior-friendly roles that welcome recent graduates with limited professional experience. A new grad posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience and accepts internships, co-op programs, or relevant coursework in place of full-time history. Look for language like "entry level," "will train," or "internship experience considered" as signals that a posting is new-grad accessible.
Which industries hire the most entry level mechanical maintenance supervisors?
Entry Level mechanical maintenance supervisor roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because they operate large equipment fleets or physical facilities that require ongoing maintenance oversight, creating a steady need for supervisors who can grow into the role with structured on-the-job training.