Maintenance Supervisor - D Shift

Position Purpose:

This position is responsible for supervising the assigned shift/team to achieve cost and efficiency goals. Responsibilities include supervising the work activities of direct employees, responsible for the maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment, lines, tools and machinery; will also ensure required tools, equipment and parts are available and in good working order. Will provide Manufacturing with support to meet customer and production requirements; will provide Engineering with project support. Work is performed under the general direction of the Maintenance Leader and includes responsibility for the work performance of other employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Manages the TPM program specific to their team assignment to ensure all maintenance and preventive maintenance activities are thorough and completed in a timely and professional manner; maintains all records of preventive maintenance; identifies solutions to improve equipment uptime and eliminate repetitive problems; supports the Maintenance Excellence Program methodology.

· Ensure all tools and equipment are well maintained and to provide continuous capabilities to meet production requirements and customer specifications.

· Provides leadership to his/her team and manages performance through effective communications and development of employees; practices effective performance management by establishing measurable objectives for all employees; rewards excellence and deals quickly with performance issues. Ensures that all direct reports are properly trained and capable of doing their jobs.

· Supports implementation of capital projects to improve plant performance, replace obsolete equipment and/or reduce costs; installs new production lines and manages projects for new equipment; maintains existing lines; responds promptly to, and completes, all production line maintenance requests.

· Provides monthly and other reports as requested

· Ensures assigned team goals are met, including project, cost, quality, and safety objectives.

· Maintains effective working relationships with vendors to obtain quotes and purchase materials, parts, and supplies; manages inventory including requisition system.

· Interfaces with Operations, Logistics, and other department, in alignment with direction from Maintenance Lead, to communicate requirements for equipment downtime, repairs, and changeovers.

· Performs other work and special projects as directed by Maintenance Leader.

Qualifications/Experience/Skills:

· Degree in a relevant field with 3 years of production maintenance experience and 2 years of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Preferred experience with ISO 9000 and lean manufacturing.

· Demonstrated skills in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Maintenance Excellence programs.

· Strong organizational, follow-up, and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.

· Excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

· Ability to analyze situations and respond promptly, organize and prioritize tasks, and participate in multi-functional teams.

· Proven capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and manage lower-level employees.

· Proficiency in computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and preventative maintenance software.

Competencies Required:

· Champions Change - Embraces a work environment that encourages creative thinking and innovation. Seeks new responsibilities and opportunities for growth. Initiates when necessary, taking action quickly to correct and seek immediate resolution. Is open to and enthusiastic about new ideas, programs and procedures. Shows personal flexibility and responsiveness to change. Demonstrates willingness to learn from others. Helps others get on board with needed change by inspiring and engaging them with consistent open communication.

· Critical Decision Making - Uses critical reasoning using relevant facts; evaluates alternatives. Makes decisions with positive intentions consistent with company direction, goals, and values. Seeks input from others when needed, reaching clear consensus and timely closure. Employs high ethical standards in all business activities with customers, suppliers and team members; does not compromise honesty, integrity, or reputation; complies with all applicable laws and company policies. Makes timely decisions with clear accountabilities. Escalates decisions to higher levels when necessary.

· Effective Communication - Listens well; succinctly and directly. Considers the audience and effectively conveys messages for desired impact. Shares information openly; keeps others informed and engaged. Open, credible and consistent messaging.

· Leadership - Is principled, strategic leader, who sets clear expectations and performance standards. Provides as well as seeks consistent feedback and coaching. Develops, involves, empowers and engages team members. Creates a positive environment where team members can contribute their best, learn and achieve.

· Results Driven - Accomplishes objectives and tasks on time; performs expected follow-up. Strives for continuous improvements; creates efficiencies and improves productivity; optimizes resources and minimizes waste; comes up with new ideas to achieve desired results; consistently looks for better ways of doing things. Plans and prioritizes work to ensure results and deadlines are met. Seeks clarification from manager or team members when priorities are unclear or appear to be conflicting. Holds self and others accountable.

· Team Orientation - Develops and maintains effective working relationships at all levels internal and external to Barr; displays personal concern for others; works with all employees in an environment of trust, candor, information sharing and mutual respect; Collaborates with others, within own function and across functions. Maintains open communications, candid, shares information, shows respects and leverages diverse ways of thinking. Builds effective long-term relationships with peers and management.

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel:

· Ability to work in a typical production environment with loud noise levels and moving equipment.

· Exposure to hazardous chemicals used in blending, packaging, and distribution.

· Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, talk, see, hear, and use hands/wrists for extended periods.

· Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

· Ability to apply mathematical concepts to tasks such as frequency distribution, test reliability, and analysis of variance.

· Ability to apply principles of logic and scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

· Ability to work near moving machinery and at heights, with limited exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, vibration, and extreme temperatures.

· Limited travel (<10%) is required for this role.

Barr Brands is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Barr Brands will engage in an interactive process with employees and job applicants to identify and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with known physical or mental disabilities, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the company's operations. Employees and applicants are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the HR department.

Barr Brands values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees feel valued and empowered.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it was not meant to be all-inclusive of the tasks that may be assigned.