Maintenance Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules, prioritize work orders, and allocate resources efficiently to reduce down time.
• Lead troubleshooting and repairs, supporting technicians during critical failures.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures, including LOTO and PPE compliance.
• Maintain accurate records to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, and internal audit requirements.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify cost-saving opportunities and implement automation or system improvements.
• Prepare reports for internal reviews and external inspections, supporting food safety and operational standards.
• Manage spare parts inventory, procurement, and vendor relationship to ensure availability of critical components.
• Track maintenance costs, evaluate repair vs. replacement strategies and optimize budget allocation.
• Collaborate with production, QA and engineering teams on process improvements and equipment upgrades.
• Support new product launches, process changes, and reliability projects to increase operational efficiency.
• Drive a proactive maintenance culture by recommending system enhancements and innovative solutions.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate maintenance technicians, assigning daily tasks and monitoring performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to strengthen team skills and knowledge.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous learning across the maintenance team.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required with 5+ years of experience.
• A Technical school certification or degree with 7+ years of experience preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Flexibility to work both the Verona and Sarcoxie sites as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Time management skills.
• Basic project management skills.
• Advanced Technical skills, including machine repair, piping, machine rigging, HVAC, etc.
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and markup blueprints.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals.
• Must be knowledgeable with PLC I/O, Lockout-Tagout, Confined Space, Hot-Work Procedures, and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Knowledge of and experience in continuous improvement strategies and project management.