Maintenance Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Company Overview:

Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. is America's favorite candy company, manufacturing and selling some of the world's most popular confectionary brands. Beginning in a modest New York candy store with the Tootsie Roll's introduction in 1896, the Chicago-based company has grown to become one of the country's largest candy companies, with operations throughout North America and with distribution channels in more than 75 countries. The Tootsie brands resonate strongly among every age group, culture, and demographic; for every occasion and event; and during every economic climate, qualifying them as truly enduring, iconic American confections. For more information, visit www.tootsie.com

Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor leads and coordinates daily maintenance and repair activities to ensure the efficient manufacture of confectionery products consistent with quality, quantity, safety and cost requirements. The Maintenance Supervisor plans and assigns the daily work, enforce policies and procedures and recommends improvements in maintenance methods, equipment, procedures and working conditions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct hourly bargaining unit Maintenance employees in all aspects of maintenance and repair including communicate, train and enforce company philosophy, policies and expectations in a clear and precise manner.
• Comply and enforce all GMP’s, safety and housekeeping standards.
• Keep management informed of developments and improvement possibilities.
• Develop strong Maintenance team members through the effective use of performance management processes and tools.
• Create a positive working environment for all team members, which supports continuous improvement, reinforces company philosophy and policies and treats every individual equally and with respect.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline and/or at least 5 years’ experience as a Maintenance Supervisor in an automated food manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to work any assigned shift including weekend and overtime work as required.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of mechanical equipment design and fabrication including power transmission components and machine preventative maintenance.
• Able to understand mechanical blueprints, machine drawings as well as electrical diagrams and PLC programs in order to assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment related problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to resolve employee related issues with empathy and professionalism.
• Ability to think ahead and prepare action plans to get results.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to make sound business decisions.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project as well as experience using a CMMS system and ERP system (Oracle, SAP, etc.)
• Must pass a post offer physical, drug and background check.