Maintenance Supervisor

Overview

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. We are available online at  and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores. We are committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.

We value variety both in our recipes and in our team. We want to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers who innovate on Home Chef’s offerings.

This role follows a 2nd shift schedule, with designated days off on Saturday & Sunday.

• Equipment Maintenance
  • Services and maintains production-related equipment, which includes motors, conveyors, vibratory fillers, tub washer, flow wrapper, cookers, chillers, vertical and horizontal Form/Fill/Seal, modified atmosphere packaging equipment, etc.
  • Installs new production equipment.
  • Provides guidance and training to machine operators to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Reads and interprets equipment manuals to troubleshoot and assess functionality.
  • Quickly learns how to properly maintain and repair any new equipment brought onsite.
  • Executes preventative maintenance plans on all equipment as scheduled.
  • Maintains records of PMs and emergency work in the CMMS for equipment history.
  • Identifies required spare parts and communicates with the Maintenance Manager for ordering to maintain uptime.
• Facility Maintenance
  • Maintains the facility in good working order and in compliance with all safety requirements.
  • Coordinates work orders related to facility improvements and repairs such as dock door and dock leveler repairs, plumbing repairs, building access control, etc.
  • Oversees contractors conducting repairs on the air compressor, hot water heater, and fire suppression system.
  • Documents work‑related improvements in the CMMS to maintain history.
  • Maintains records of equipment related to compliance such as pH probes, condenser water treatment, or ammonia sensors.
• Maintenance Shop Organization
  • Ensures the maintenance shop audit is ready at all times, including proper storage of flammable lubricants and maintaining records of critical safety equipment.
  • Keeps shop tools and spare parts well organized for all shifts.
  • Communicates proactively with the Maintenance Manager when spare parts need ordering for specific equipment.
• Time Management & Continuous Improvement
  • Works under pressure during emergencies.
  • Works with a sense of urgency to minimize production downtime.
  • Prioritizes work orders to minimize impact to production and employees.
  • Accurately predicts time to complete work orders.
  • Communicates progress and expected completion dates with management.
  • Uses Fiix to log hours worked and close work orders.
  • Identifies opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Employee & Food Safety
  • Holds all work in accordance with sound safety practices and proper work methods or procedures; wears all required PPE.
  • Complies with environmental laws and regulations for chemicals, lubricants, disposal, and storage.
  • Adheres to quality systems requirements and fully supports GMPs.
  • Performs routine safety checks on production equipment.
• Team Leadership
  • Leads, mentors, and supervises a team of maintenance technicians.
  • Provides guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and skill development.
  • Fosters a positive and collaborative work environment.
• General Responsibilities
  • Follows facility GMPs and helps enforce them throughout the facility.
  • Supports the company’s food safety system (SQF) and quality programs.

This position requires 10% travel.

• General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g., GED).
• Minimum five years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; food manufacturing background preferred.
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