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. The Maintenance Supervisor leads, manages, trains, and mentors maintenance personnel, works effectively in a team environment, and possesses strong written and verbal communication, problem‑solving, conflict‑resolution, and interpersonal skills. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, assign, and direct maintenance work while appraising employee performance.
• Review production and operating reports to address operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems promptly, minimizing cost and delays.
• Set overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of maintenance employees.
• Directly supervise non‑supervisory (lead/technician) staff and handle multiple projects and assignments.
• Train, develop, and evaluate employees to meet future needs.
• Maintain good general knowledge of software/technology (MS Office, S&P, etc.) and collaborate with personnel at all levels.
• Manage plant maintenance employees and activities, ensuring motivation and safety.
• Coach and develop a strong team of maintenance technicians.
• Meet volume goals, reduce claims, maximize yields, and reduce cost.
• Identify and resolve recurring equipment problems.
• Set up and oversee preventive maintenance activities.
• Prepare operational paperwork.
• Maintain good working relationships with the USDA.

Requirements

• 3+ years of verifiable food‑manufacturing equipment maintenance supervisory experience.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience or certification (highly desired).
• Experience working in a USDA environment (a plus).
• Relevant certifications or equivalent technical training (a plus).
• Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment.
• Computer‑literacy and proficiency with associated software programs.

Competencies and Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong mechanical skills, including mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with pumps, valves, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Good understanding of lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Knowledge of process and packaging equipment.

Physical Demands

Ability to perform duties both outside and inside in varying conditions, including extreme heat, extreme cold, wet or humid environments, and exposure to loud plant machinery, oils, airborne particles, and moving mechanical parts.

Work Environment

Works in a plant and general office environment. Required to wear suitable personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to loud noise, extreme temperatures, wet/humid conditions, inclement weather, oils, airborne particles, and moving mechanical parts.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
• Short‑Term Disability (STD)
• Matched 401(k) plan
• Paid maternity and parental leave

Pay

Competitive and based on experience.