Maintenance Supervisor

Overview:

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the maintenance department in a fast-paced meat packing facility. This role ensures all equipment, machinery, and infrastructure are functioning efficiently and safely, minimizing downtime and supporting production goals. The supervisor leads a team of maintenance technicians and coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

Responsibilities:

Supervise and schedule maintenance staff to ensure timely repairs and preventive maintenance.

Monitor and maintain critical equipment such as conveyors, refrigeration systems, packaging machines, and hydraulic systems.

Ensure compliance with USDA, OSHA, and company safety standards.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment logs, and work orders.

Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to resolve equipment-related issues.

Manage inventory of spare parts and tools; coordinate with vendors for supplies and services.rain and mentor maintenance personnel on equipment handling, safety protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.

Respond to emergency breakdowns and coordinate rapid repairs to minimize production delays.

Participate in capital projects, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements.

Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify potential issues and recommend solutions.

Skills and

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in mechanical/electrical engineering preferred.
5+ years of maintenance experience in a food processing or manufacturing environment.
2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.

Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays as needed.

Sufficient written communication and reading skills

Ability to operate or to quickly learn equipment

Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Ability to follow directions

Ability to assess products for quality compliance

Work Environment & Physical Demands The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

Noise level is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area – earplugs are required in some areas

Must be able to remain in a stationary position during the shift, using repetitive motion

Must be able occasionally lift, push, pull and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds across the plant for various needs

Spends time in cold environments

Must have good hand/eye coordination

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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