3rd Shift Maintenance Supervisor

Position Overview

• This plant-based role is responsible for supervising and executing all aspects of the Maintenance department, overseeing a team of
• Maintenance Mechanics and Maintenance Support personnel. Successful candidates will lead, manage, execute, train, and mentor
• maintenance personnel, be capable of leading and working in a team environment, possess good written and verbal communication skills,
• problem-solving ability, conflict resolution skills, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to adapt to changing situations. This role reports to
• the Maintenance Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for scheduling, assigning, and directing work, as well as appraising performance. Regular review
• Production and operating reports will ensure that any operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems can be addressed in a timely manner to
• ensure minimum cost and operational delays.
• Successful Maintenance Supervisors set the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of maintenance employees. They directly supervise
• non-supervisory (lead/technician) employees, possess the ability to handle multiple projects and assignments, have the ability to train,
• develop, and evaluate employees to meet future needs. They have good general knowledge of software/technology experience (MS Office,
• S&P, etc.) and work well with people at all levels. They help ensure the utmost quality of all products being produced and packaged at their location

• · Manage plant maintenance employees and activities
• · Responsible for the motivation and safety of those employees under their supervision
• · Coach and develop a strong team of maintenance technicians
• · Must be able to meet volume goals, reduce claims, maximize yields, and reduce cost
• · Identify and resolve recurring equipment problems
• · Set up Preventive Maintenance activities
• · Prepare operational paperwork
• · Maintain good working relationships with the USDA

Competencies and Skills

• · Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• · Strong mechanical skills.
• · Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• · Experience with pumps, valves, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• · Have a good understanding of Lockout/tagout.
• · Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• · Must have knowledge of Process and Packaging Equipment.

The Ideal Candidate will have the Following Qualifications

Education and Experience

• The candidate must have 3+ years of verifiable experience in supervising food manufacturing equipment maintenance. Ammonia Refrigeration
• Experience/Certification highly desired. Experience working in a USDA environment is a plus. Any certifications or equivalent technical
• training are a plus. The ability to perform in a fast-paced environment. Computer-literate and able to use associated software programs.

Competencies and Skills

• · Good communication skills, verbal and written
• · Strong mechanical skills
• · Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• · Experience with pumps, valves, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• · Have a good understanding of Lockout/tagout
• · Perform preventive maintenance on equipment
• · Must have knowledge of Process and Packaging Equipment

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform duties both outside and inside in varying conditions, including extreme heat, extreme cold and wet, and/or humid, etc.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment

• Works in a plant and in a general office environment.
• Will be required to wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment.
• May be exposed to the loud noise of plant machinery.
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures, wet, humid conditions, and inclement weather.
• May be exposed to oils and airborne particles.
• May be required to work near moving mechanical parts.