Maintenance Supervisor

About Grande

With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry. Whether partnering with independent pizzerias coast‑to‑coast or assisting food‑manufacturing partners with specialty whey ingredient solutions, Grande’s commitment to quality is unmatched. The company also prioritizes workplace culture, career growth, work‑life balance, and community support. Learn more at www.grande.com.

Benefits

• Low‑cost onsite health clinics
• Free onsite fitness center
• Free healthy snacks throughout the facility
• Health and wellness reimbursement program
• Associate cheese purchasing program
• Two‑year mentorship program
• Paid paternal leave

Job Summary

As the Maintenance Supervisor, you will drive operational excellence by leading daily maintenance activities and championing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategies within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment at the Brownsville Facility. This hands‑on role coordinates technician workflows, troubleshoots mechanical and automated systems, and ensures equipment reliability to support Just‑In‑Time (JIT) production. Through lean maintenance practices and root‑cause analysis, you will reduce downtime, optimize productivity, and uphold safety and compliance standards. You will collaborate across production, quality, and engineering teams, align maintenance efforts with broader operational goals, manage CMMS data for predictive maintenance, and ensure critical spare parts availability. Your leadership will foster a culture of safety, efficiency, and proactive problem‑solving.

Schedule

Monday – Friday; 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance or a related field preferred; relevant certifications or equivalent experience considered.
• 6+ years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a leadership or senior technician capacity.
• Strong knowledge of preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance techniques.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, mechanical, and automated systems, including PLCs, robotics, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and guide maintenance team members.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing issues and implementing solutions.
• Team player with a commitment to Respect for People and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to spend 60 % of time on the production floor and 40 % on administrative duties.
• Familiarity with TPM, TPS, or lean manufacturing practices preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Ability to regularly lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lb.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and climbing.
• Exposure to vibration, extreme temperatures (hot and cold), high humidity, and loud machinery.