Maintenance Superintendent

Job Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of maintenance to ensure a safe working environment and regulatory compliance. They work closely with the management team to create and maintain a safe workplace.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large maintenance team across multiple shifts to ensure production machinery operates at optimal capacity and facilities are well-maintained.
• Establish and maintain preventative maintenance programs to ensure machinery is in good working condition.
• Determine work order priorities and schedule repairs, maintenance, and installations to minimize manufacturing disruptions.
• Supervise maintenance personnel to ensure minimal downtime, costs, and optimize accountability, productivity, and efficiency.
• Manage department budgets within approved limits, monitor cost-saving opportunities, and recommend standardization methods.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives in conjunction with operating teams.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve maintenance-related issues, install new equipment, and implement process improvements.
• Establish and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to regulate the maintenance function.
• Mentor, coach, and train employees to encourage career development and provide consistent feedback on strengths and areas for improvement.
• Administer performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions fairly and consistently.
• Follow, promote, and ensure subordinates adhere to safety initiatives to maintain a zero-accident culture.
• Establish, communicate, and maintain expectations to support safety, company standards, and provide clear direction to employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This is a Leader of People position requiring competencies in Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus, and Conflict Management.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• A combination of five years' education and experience may be substituted for a degree.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum three years of progressive maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting; five years' experience in the food industry or protein industry preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience managing a large team across multiple shifts.
• Knowledge of food processing systems, SPC, and CAD.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements governing the food industry and understanding of utility functions such as refrigeration/freezing systems, boilers, HVAC, PLC controls, etc.
• Strong customer focus with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high energy and a strong sense of urgency.

Safety Requirements

• Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to traverse throughout facilities, up and down stairs as needed, both indoors and out.
• Frequently subjected to various environmental conditions (extreme wet and cold or hot and humid).
• Occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.