Maintenance Supervisor

ROLE PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the maintenance operations within a food manufacturing plant. This role ensures that all machinery, equipment, and facilities are maintained in optimal working condition to support production efficiency and safety standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise Maintenance Team:

• Lead a team of maintenance technicians in maintenance activities and machine repair.
• Train maintenance employees on proper work methods and safety procedures.

Maintenance Systems:

• Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of maintenance systems, processes and documentation, scheduling and follow-up of all maintenance activities.
• Ensure all necessary facilities systems are kept in reliable working condition and that they meet any required customer and regulatory specifications.

Preventive Maintenance:

• Ensure maintenance is scheduled in a timely manner and works closely with Production team to schedule and accomplish equipment and facility repairs.

Troubleshooting and Repairs:

• Provide long-term solutions and day-to-day support to operating teams having issues with troubleshooting, problem analysis, equipment failures, etc.

Compliance:

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with food safety regulations, OSHA standards, and company policies.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Documentation:

• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment logs, and maintenance schedules.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance plant efficiency and reliability.

Inventory Management:

• Maintain inventory of spare parts and tools, ensuring availability for timely repairs and maintenance.

Budget Management:

• Assist in the management of the maintenance budget, controlling costs while maintaining high standards of operation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/ CAPABILITY PROFILE

Minimum Education

• High School diploma or equivalent; Technical degree or certification in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance preferred.

Minimum Experience

• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a food manufacturing facility with high-speed packaging equipment, motor controls and electronics is strongly preferred.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in facilities management (HVAC, process safety management, building and grounds maintenance).
• 1 to 3 years’ previous leadership experience.

Minimum Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Ability to lead resource planning efforts in a manufacturing environment.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, TPM, inventory and scheduling software.
• Strong leadership skills (conflict resolution, change management skills, decision making, empowerment and delegation).
• Ability to lead problem solving and troubleshooting efforts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good planning and priority setting skills.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Advanced technical skills in boiler, compressed air, mechanical and electrical fields (e.g. PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering, etc.) are desired.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, stand for long periods, and work in various environmental conditions.