Maintenance Supervisor 2nd Shift

Maintenance Supervisor 2nd Shift

Maintenance Supervisor - 2nd Shift.

Location:  Beaver Dam, WI. 

The Maintenance Supervisor – will lead our Beaver Dam, WI plant’s 2^nd shift maintenance team in implementing Richelieu Foods maintenance and reliability strategy aimed at reducing downtime and extending manufacturing equipment’s life while maximizing labor and cost efficiency. This position will be responsible for setting work priorities for technicians on 2^nd shift. Supervisor will be a Hands-On working Supervisor with their own hand tools.  Candidate will ensure full utilization of all maintenance information systems (CMMS) and will be responsible for the accuracy, management and direction in controlling parts inventory storerooms. This position reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position is hands on working Supervisor.
• Supervise and develop the 2^nd shift Maintenance Team with direction from Maintenance Manager.
• Execute all maintenance activities with special attention to regulatory requirements that may apply, e.g., OSHA rules, EPA regulations, USDA requirements, state and local environmental regulations. Ensure all safety requirements are clearly defined in all maintenance planning.
• Direct and maintain planned and predictive maintenance procedures and as required. Help to analyze historical data in order to take action to mitigate re occurring issues.
• Ensure, in advance, the availability of all materials and tools necessary to complete planned tasks with collaboration from 1^st shift Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Manager.
• Aid in getting maintenance personnel trained in proper maintenance reporting procedures for out-of-specification findings, and in the use of CMMS software as a maintenance management tool.
• Drive and improve the workflow of work orders within the CMMS system. Analyze and track data to look for Continuous Improvement and cost saving opportunities. 
• Assist Maintenance Manager in contractor qualification and performance management as it relates to 2^nd shift projects.
• Provide weekend Plant Maintenance coverage as needed.
   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Experience with CMMS systems or similar software.
• This is a hands-on position that is required during troubleshooting and equipment downtime.
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, word, excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to lead and direct a crew of up to 10 Maintenance Technicians.
• Work with supervisors and leads to help make operations better and documenting downtime correct with the right bucket.

EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of two years of experience in the supervision of day-to-day preventive and predictive maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Five years plant maintenance experience. Food industry experience preferred.
• Vendor and contractor relations experience is helpful.
• Associate degree in a technical area and/or completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent time in Maintenance field preferred. 

COMPANY

We offer a great opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation.

Founded in 1862, Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a private brand and contract packing food company with a rich history. Widely known in the food and supermarket industry for its superior array of private brand products, Richelieu’s principal business segment is retail frozen and deli pizza.  Richelieu Foods provides the highest quality products and services with competitive pricing for our Retail, Corporate Brands, and Contract Packing customers. Richelieu Foods is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and operates three manufacturing facilities located in IL, OH, and WI.

Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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